Ferrari and Mercedes drivers prepare for Monaco Grand Prix qualifying
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Ferrari and Mercedes drivers completed practice sessions on June 5, 2026, ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc topped the first session but was narrowly edged by Lewis Hamilton in the second, with just 0.111 seconds separating them. Both teams are focusing on tuning their setups for the challenging Monaco track, which demands precise handling and brake balance. George Russell and Kimi Antonelli from Mercedes seek to improve their pace after struggling to match Ferrari's speed. Qualifying is set for June 6, with all teams aiming for optimal performance.
- •Leclerc leads FP1; Hamilton tops FP2 by 0.111 seconds.
- •Both Ferrari drivers face tight intra-team competition for pole.
- •Mercedes works on setup adjustments after mixed results.
- •Qualifying scheduled for June 6 at Circuit de Monaco.
- •Track conditions and close barriers present unique challenges for drivers.
"The drivers and teams report back on final practice and Qualifying from the streets of Monte Carlo ahead of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
"The drivers and teams report back on Friday practice from the streets of Monte Carlo ahead of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
"The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the streets of Monte Carlo for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
Sources
External links- Formula1.com—What the teams said – Qualifying in Monaco
The drivers and teams report back on final practice and Qualifying from the streets of Monte Carlo ahead of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
- Formula1.com—What the teams said – Friday in Monaco
The drivers and teams report back on Friday practice from the streets of Monte Carlo ahead of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
- Formula1.com—What the teams said – Race day in Monaco
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the streets of Monte Carlo for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
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