P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Ferrari driver is favourite for pole position after a blistering third practice for the Monaco Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc emerged as the favorite for pole position in the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying following a strong performance in the red-flagged third practice session. His impressive display, including setting the pace with a 1:11.369 time, positioned him as the leading contender for pole at his home race, with Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton close behind. Leclerc held a significant two-tenths advantage over Verstappen and nearly three-and-a-half seconds over Hamilton. The session had a brief red-flag period when Valtteri Bottas hit the barrier, but Leclerc continued to dominate upon the session’s restart. Despite challenges faced by other drivers like Verstappen and Hamilton, Leclerc’s consistency and speed put him in a strong position ahead of qualifying.
