Charles Leclerc sets the pace in the opening practice session (FP1) of the Monaco Grand Prix, leading Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari’s session early on Friday. In the disrupted FP1, Leclerc is reported as the fastest driver, with Hamilton second as Ferrari looks quick from the start.
In the second practice session (FP2), Lewis Hamilton goes fastest, completing a Ferrari 1–2 with Charles Leclerc. Max Verstappen is also listed among the leading drivers in FP2, indicating strong competition from Red Bull alongside the front-running Ferraris.
Across the coverage, Ferrari’s performance in both practice sessions is presented as reinforcing them as the favourites for the weekend, while Mercedes is described as running behind in the early sessions. One report also notes Hamilton’s pace in FP2 as Hamilton tops the timesheet ahead of Leclerc, with the Monaco weekend’s developing form showing Ferrari and Red Bull as key contenders.
