F1: 3 reasons for Sauber's turnaround in 2018

#3 The Drivers

Both drivers - Charles and Marcus, drove the best seasons of their careers in 2018

Yes, Sauber got the best engine on the grid, but they also lucked in with Formula 2 champion Charles Leclerc at the wheel as he was in the Ferrari junior driver program.

Marcus Ericsson made a huge step up too. Leclerc’s superb form after a shaky start nabbed 39 points. Leclerc had four 7th place finishes and finished the year very strongly. The Monaco driver really earned his promoted to Ferrari by driving beyond his years. Sauber in a straight swap is gaining the experience of the coolest Finn in Kimi Raikkonen. He along with relative newcomer Antonio Giovinazzi have the responsibility of doubling down on the progress made this year. That would be the team’s biggest challenge. Sauber should aim for a podium and not just holding on to eighth, because Williams and Toro Rosso will not be standing still. With Kimi, they have every chance.