Leclerc Dominates Monaco Practice, Ferrari Looks Strong Ahead of Grand Prix

Monaco, May 24, 2025 – Charles Leclerc thrilled fans and sent a clear message to rivals as he dominated the practice sessions for the Monaco Grand Prix, clocking the fastest laps and putting Ferrari in a commanding position ahead of qualifying.

Leclerc, racing on home soil, set the pace in both Friday and Saturday’s practice runs. Despite arriving in Monaco with concerns about his health, the Monegasque driver showed no signs of slowing down. He consistently topped the timing sheets, with his best lap times putting him ahead of the competition and raising hopes for a long-awaited Ferrari victory on the iconic street circuit.

Adding to Ferrari’s optimism, new teammate Lewis Hamilton also delivered a strong performance. The seven-time world champion finished just fractions of a second behind Leclerc in the final practice session, giving the Scuderia a formidable one-two at the top of the leaderboard.

The strong showing comes after a week of speculation about Leclerc’s fitness, but the local hero put any doubts to rest with his relentless pace and flawless driving. “It feels incredible to be performing so well at home,” Leclerc said after the session. “The car feels great, and I’m giving everything for the team and the fans.”

The atmosphere in Monaco is electric, with Ferrari supporters daring to dream of a home victory for Leclerc, who has yet to win his home Grand Prix despite previous strong performances. Analysts are also bullish about Ferrari’s prospects, noting the team’s impressive pace and the drivers’ confidence on the tight, twisting circuit.

With qualifying looming, all eyes are on Leclerc and Ferrari. If the practice sessions are any indication, the team could be set for a memorable weekend in Monte Carlo.

Stay tuned for further updates as the Monaco Grand Prix weekend unfolds.