Monaco GP: Charles Leclerc reflects on 'very difficult' Friday practice

Friday 5 June 2026 18:44, UK

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Highlights from Friday's practice sessions at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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David Croft and Anthony Davidson debate whether Charles Leclerc should have signed a new long-term deal with Ferrari.

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Championship leader Kimi Antonelli insists he's taking it one race at a time as he bids to win a maiden world title.

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Despite falling 43 points behind Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli, George Russell remains optimistic he can still win the world title this season.

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Lewis Hamilton was full of praise for Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc following the news that Leclerc has signed a new long-term deal with the team.

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Charles Leclerc outlined the reasons why he's decided to sign a new long-term deal with Ferrari.

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On The F1 Show, David Croft expressed his belief that Ferrari are favourites to win the next race around the streets of Monaco.

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David Croft and Jamie Chadwick look back on Kimi Antonelli's epic battle with Mercedes team-mate George Russell at the Canadian Grand Prix.

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McLaren will participate in their 1000th Formula One race at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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George Russell was in buoyant mood after securing Sprint pole at the Canadian Grand Prix.

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Red Bull's Max Verstappen admits he wasn't surprised to qualify just seventh for the Sprint in Canada.

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