Verstappen impressed with qualifying performance in Monaco

Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing showed a strong performance during the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying on June 6, 2026. After struggling in final practice, he qualified just four hundredths of a second behind Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli, finishing fifth overall. Verstappen expressed happiness with his qualifying results after overcoming challenges with his car's performance. He noted the increased difficulty of driving F1's 2026-specification cars on the tight streets of Monte Carlo, emphasizing the importance of a good start for the race. The starting grid includes strong competitors, including Antonelli, Lewis Hamilton, and Charles Leclerc.