More uncertainty in the F1 Monaco GP fight
He F1 Monaco GP 2026 It seems exciting in the fight for victory. It is a particular circuit, where the engine counts for much less as there are no long straights. On a unique layout, full of slow curves, the trend of the season does not work. To the tense and vibrant fight between the two mercedesalways favorites and great contenders for the title, and the McLarenmore cars should be added: Ferrari and Max Verstappen’s Red Bull.
In fact, his own Charles Leclercthe local idol, did not hide at the official press conference of the FIA before starting filming this Friday. After the announcement of his renewal with Ferrari, the winner of the 2024 Monaco GP and 2nd last year believes that it is possible to repeat the triumph and fight for victory.
“If there is a circuit where I would bet on us, it would be Monaco,” said the Monegasque, although make it very clear that Mercedes is still the favorite, with Antonelli and Russell in their cars.
“Mercedes has a considerable advantage, I also think McLaren and Red Bull will do well here, but given that we have struggled so far on the straights (due to a less powerful engine than the Mercedes), this circuit could benefit us. However, Mercedes will continue to be the team to beat here“, he expressed.
What Charles said is in line with what Marc Gené already warned in Mundo Deportivo a few days ago. The ambassador of the Italian firm highlighted the great performance of Ferrari’s aerodynamic package in the slow areas of Canada and was almost sure that Ferrari, with Leclerc and Hamilton, but especially with a Leclerc who always finds something more on the streets where he grew up, would be in the fight to win.
That battle, more intense in Monaco, should be decided in a much more crucial classification than in any other race because on Sunday it will be very difficult for these cars to overtake despite the new rules.
Verstappen wants to be there
But that battle could be more than 6 cars (Mercedes, McLaren and Ferrari). There could be a 7thsomeone who should never be ruled out if he has a car that allows him to attack on a circuit with more hands and where risking between walls counts a lot: Max Verstappen.
Max himself believes that he could be in the fight for victory in Monaco if the car improves its performance on bumps compared to other races.
“I don’t know how the car will behave tomorrow. Monaco may hold some surprises, but realistically the car is good at low speeds; however, here you have to perform well on bumps and curbs, and we don’t do that…” Max commented.
“We want more grip, more power, for the tires to work in a wider working range; you want to improve in all aspects. In Montreal we lacked speed on the straights and, in the corners and when going over the bumps, we were not up to the task. We’ll see. Qualifying is the highlight of the weekend and where you have to perform at your best”finished the four-time F1 champion.
