Leclerc topped both Friday practice sessions in Monaco despite initial scepticism about Ferrari's chances in the principality

Charles Leclerc set the pace in first practice at the Monaco Grand Prix, despite consistently complaining about the behaviour of his Ferrari. Leclerc, who won his home race for the first time last year, said at various times that Ferrari were "nowhere" and that there was "something wrong with the car".

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. McLaren's Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri went into the tyre wall nose-first at Sainte Devote but still ended the day second fastest,