Jean-Philippe Leclaire

Jean-Philippe Leclaire is the editor-in-chief at L'Équipe, known for his influential role in determining the editorial direction of the publication's sports coverage, particularly in motorsport. He played a pivotal role in encouraging Erik Bielderman to cover Formula 1, despite Bielderman's initial apprehensions about the sport. Leclaire's leadership has been crucial in navigating the evolving landscape of sports journalism, emphasizing the importance of human stories within the competitive realm of motorsport.