What happened: F1 posted that <a href='https://wire.report/article/ferrari-announce-multi-year-renewal-with-charles-leclerc-2026-06-03'>Charles Leclerc</a> was P1 with 40 minutes remaining in Monaco GP practice. The running order at that point was Leclerc, Antonelli, Hamilton, Verstappen and Norris.

Why it matters: It is an early-session marker on a circuit where track position and qualifying pace carry outsized weight. The result is not final, but Leclerc showing speed in Monaco adds focus to Ferrari's weekend before later practice and qualifying.

What to watch: Watch whether Leclerc holds pace as the track evolves through practice. Qualifying on Saturday will be the key session for race position.