Monaco Grand Prix 2026: Antonelli on pole as Leclerc targets home victory

The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix will take place on the streets of Monte‑Carlo from 5‑7 June. Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli secured pole position with a time of 1:12.720, leading a starting grid that includes Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. Antonelli leads the championship by 43 points after four consecutive wins.

The race will be broadcast live in Mexico on Sky Sports and streamed on F1TV, with additional coverage on TV8. The weekend also features Formula 2 support races, where Gabriele Minì leads the F2 drivers’ standings and finished ahead of Noel Leon in the Monte‑Carlo sprint.

Beyond the on‑track action, the event attracted high‑profile fashion coverage. Beatrice Borromeo, attending with husband Pierre Casiraghi, presented a retro‑inspired Dior mini‑chemisier and pastel peep‑toe shoes, highlighting the Monaco paddock’s blend of sport and glamour.

Key storylines include Antonelli’s pursuit of a historic pole‑to‑win, Leclerc’s effort to repeat his 2024 home triumph, and the ongoing battle for championship points among Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and McLaren.