Charles Leclerc is likely to think the next time a stranger approaches him in the street to get a selfie.
There is even a risk of seeing the Monegasque driver decline the proposal of his fans in the future.
According to several Italian media, and in particular the ANSA press agency, the current leader of the Formula 1 World Championship with his Ferrari was indeed the victim of a snatch theft on Monday April 18.
The scene took place in Viareggio, a seaside resort in Tuscany, Italy, where Andrea Ferrari, coach and friend of Charles Leclerc, is from.
As the driver and his relatives - including Andrea Ferrari - strolled through the city, they were recognized by fans who asked if they could take pictures with the Monegasque.
“The pilot accepted this request, before getting out of his car”, indicates the Italian daily Corriere della Sera.
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Present on the spot, a pickpocket then slipped into the middle of this crowd and, to the benefit of the darkness, took the opportunity to snatch his watch, a Richard Mille, one of the pilot's sponsors.
It could be an RM 67-02 whose value is estimated at more than 300,000 euros.
But that of the Monegasque - personalized - could reach a million euros.
The Scuderia Ferrari driver, who did not realize the theft immediately, decided to file a complaint.
Just like his friend Andrea Ferrari who regretted on his social networks the lack of lighting in this city.
“Rue Salvatori has been in the dark for months.
It's been reported for months.
Do you plan to put lights on one day?
“, regretted the person concerned.
Leader of the current classification with two successes in three races, Leclerc is competing this weekend in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix located a few kilometers from the Scuderia factories.
An important meeting for the Prancing Horse stable.