In recent years the Monaco Grand Prix has become something of a parade, as the combination of massive Formula 1 cars coupled with the narrow circuit have made overtaking nearly impossible. That means that Saturday’s qualifying session is arguably the most important of the year because if you want to win the Monaco Grand Prix,

Lance Stroll and Charles Leclerc came to blows at the hairpin during Friday's first free practice session at F1's Monaco Grand Prix

The FIA have announced a penalty verdict following a collision between Charles Leclerc and Lance Stroll at the Monaco Grand Prix. All 20 drivers jostled for space on the track during FP1 in Monaco, with the blue flags deployed to alert those on a slow lap to the drivers behind on a flying lap.

Lance Stroll has been given a one-place grid penalty for the Monaco Grand Prix for causing a collision with Charles Leclerc in the opening practice session.

The Monaco Grand Prix may be “the jewel in Formula 1’s crown” but the race itself is rarely must-see TV. Sometimes, it’s downright dull.

Leclerc doubted his Ferrari would excel in the slow-speed corners of Monaco but showed strong pace after receiving a new front wing to finish 0.163 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen. McLaren’s Lando Norris was third, over three tenths off the pace, with Alex Albon fourth for Williams ahead of championship leader Oscar Piastri.

Charles Leclerc thrilled the Ferrari fans by setting the pace in both practice sessions for his home Monaco Grand Prix on Friday after overcoming an early collision and despite low expectations.

Charles Leclerc was the surprise pace-setter in a chaotic first practice in Monaco after a collision with Lance Stroll; Lewis Hamilton was involved in several incidents; watch second practice later on Friday at 4pm live on Sky Sports F1,

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