LIVE – Updated at 18:18Catch up with the action and the latest Formula One news from the Monaco Grand Prix after the opening day of practice at the iconic circuit in Monte Carlo.
The sight of Formula One cars sweeping their way through the Monte Carlo streets is one of the finest in motorsport and it is set to be an important weekend in the title race as defending champion Max Verstappen looks to increase the pressure on Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who will be aiming to deliver glory at his home circuit.
And it was the home favourite who completed an impressive practice double with the the Ferrari man is now favourite to take the all-important pole position at Formula One’s showpiece event.
Leclerc edged out team-mate Carlos Sainz by just 0. 044 seconds, with the Red Bulls of Sergio Perez and championship leader Max Verstappen third and fourth respectively.
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