Charles Leclerc expects tight Monaco Grand Prix qualifying battle
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Charles Leclerc anticipates a competitive qualifying session ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend. Despite a solid showing in Friday practice, Leclerc noted that he faces challenges, including brake issues, which he must address. He is preparing for a close competition against his Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull's Max Verstappen. The qualifying session is set to be highly contested as drivers aim for pole position.
- •Leclerc expects a very tight fight for pole position.
- •Friday practice showed encouraging results for Ferrari.
- •Brake troubles remain a concern for Leclerc.
- •The Monaco Grand Prix weekend is underway.
- 7:26 PMESPN F1 — Charles Leclerc and Ferrari play down Monaco chances, qualifying to be 'tight'
"Charles Leclerc is bracing himself for a “very tight” fight with Ferrari team mate Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen as the Monaco Grand Prix weekend develops – providing he can work his way through brake troubles.
"Charles Leclerc expects a tight battle for pole position in Monaco Grand Prix qualifying, despite Ferrari's strong start to the weekend in Friday practice.
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External links- ESPN F1Jun 5, 2026, 7:26 PMCharles Leclerc and Ferrari play down Monaco chances, qualifying to be 'tight'
Charles Leclerc expects a tight battle for pole position in Monaco Grand Prix qualifying, despite Ferrari's strong start to the weekend in Friday practice.
- Formula1.com—Leclerc expects tight battle with Hamilton for Monaco pole
Charles Leclerc is bracing himself for a “very tight” fight with Ferrari team mate Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen as the Monaco Grand Prix weekend develops – providing he can work his way through brake troubles.
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