Leclerc tops Verstappen and Norris in traffic-packed first practice session at the F1 Monaco GP, which saw the Ferrari driver collide with Lance Stroll early on

Charles Leclerc has not only thrown his support behind Fred Vasseur, but he insists he's not jumping ship despite being urged to leave.

But the bigger incident for Leclerc came moments later, at the hairpin. Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll, who was in front of Leclerc, jumped back into the racing line after letting a car by him, and Leclerc could not stop in time: Here's how Leclerc damaged his front wing Sound on #F1 #MonacoGP pic.twitter.com/lZkuzU2WoG

Charles Leclerc gave his legion of compatriots plenty to smile about after topping both practice sessions at Monte Carlo.

Highlights Charles Leclerc won in Monaco, since Louis Chiron in 1931. Monaco is one of the most prestigious Grand prix in Formula 1. Lewis Hamilton is the last Mercedes driver to win in Monte Carlo. The Monaco Grand Prix in Formula 1 is one of the most prestigious races.

Formula 1 drivers have lauded the upcoming Brad Pitt film, 'F1', after a special screening in Monaco. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and co-produced by Lewis Hamilton, the film features Pitt as a veteran driver mentoring a rookie.

Charles Leclerc has lowered expectations of securing his second Monaco Grand Prix victory after a disappointing start to the 2025 season.