So, like, the Monaco GP is happening this weekend, right? Fresh off the drama at Imola, Formula One is back in action with the super iconic Monaco Grand Prix in Monte Carlo. Last time, Max Verstappen was totally killing it and snagged the Emilia-Romagna GP victory. And now, everyone’s like, “What’s McLaren gonna do next?” But let’s not forget about Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who both rocked the podium last time around. And remember when Charles Leclerc from Ferrari won last year? That was epic.
What’s on the Schedule:
– FP3 is happening right now (Qualifying starts at 10 a.m. ET)
– You can watch it on ESPN (US) or Sky Sports (UK)
– Stream it on Fubo (try it for free)
– Sunday’s GP kicks off at 9 a.m. ET
Okay, now we’re getting into some serious tire talk during FP3. The drivers are all about those soft tires, the C6 compound from Pirelli, which are perfect for the street track vibes of Monaco. But, like, Aston Martin was all about those mediums at Imola and killed it in Q3. So, it’s like, will teams stick with the softs or switch it up for qualifying? Also, Williams’ team principal James Vowles is spilling the tea on how the medium tires might be the real MVP for the race.
And let’s not forget about the drama with Oliver Bearman and Lance Stroll. Bearman got hit with a 10-place grid penalty for overtaking under a red flag. And Stroll, man, he had a rough day, getting in the way of Leclerc during practice. The stewards were not having it and gave him a penalty too. It’s like, can these guys catch a break?
Oh, and the fans are chiming in with their thoughts on the 2026 season and the Imola effects. Williams fans are all about building that Lego Mansell car, while others are debating on which teams should focus on the future or the present. It’s a real mixed bag of opinions out there.
So, with FP3 wrapping up, it’s time for the final hour of practice before the big qualifying session. The track is low grip, which might explain why not all the cars are out there. But, hey, someone’s gotta lay down some rubber to improve the grip, right? We’re keeping our eyes on Ferrari to see if they can keep up their pace from Friday or if it’s all just a fluke. And, man, those drone shots of the cars from above are killer. Can’t wait for them to get even closer to the action.
As the F1 cars rev up for the final hour of practice, the excitement is building for qualifying later today. And don’t forget, we want to hear from you! Whether you’ve got a burning question about Monaco or a prediction for who’s gonna take pole, hit us up at live@theathletic.com. We’re all ears and can’t wait to hear what you have to say.
