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 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.

Charles Leclerc flies in practice in home race as Lance Stroll slapped with grid penalty - The Monégasque took a maiden win at his home race last season

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.

The Monaco curse was broken for Charles Leclerc last year when he crossed the line victorious at his home grand prix after a few seasons of heartbreak. The Monte Carlos streets, and its royalty, partied all night long and Leclerc and Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur jumped into the harbour in celebration. Actually, Fred was pushed in.

Aston Martin's Lance Stroll received a grid drop for causing a collision with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc during the first practice session of the Monaco Grand Prix. Leclerc finished the session fastest despite the incident.

Follow our live coverage of today’s second free practice session, as Monte Carlo hosts Formula One’s iconic 2025 Monaco Grand Prix weekend