Monaco Grand Prix: Charles Leclerc Triumphs on Home Soil Despite Chaotic Start

Charles Leclerc secured a long-awaited victory in the Monaco Grand Prix, delighting the spectators with a flawless performance on his home circuit.

The race had a tumultuous start, with a massive collision on the opening lap involving Sergio Perez, Kevin Magnussen, and Nico Hulkenberg, resulting in their exclusion from the event.

Despite the chaos, Leclerc maintained a steady lead from start to finish, clinching his first win at the Monaco Grand Prix amidst cheering fans.

Behind Leclerc, Oscar Piastri showcased a strong drive in his McLaren, fending off Carlos Sainz to secure second place.

Meanwhile, Max Verstappen faced challenges throughout the race, ultimately finishing in the sixth position, adding to a difficult weekend for Red Bull.

Other notable performances included Lando Norris in fourth, George Russell in fifth for Mercedes, and Lewis Hamilton in seventh.

The top ten was completed by Yuki Tsunoda, Alex Albon, and Pierre Gasly, marking Williams and Alpine‘s entry into the points standings for the season.

Fernando Alonso displayed a commendable recovery, finishing in eleventh place for Aston Martin, just outside the points.

Following the Monaco Grand Prix, the F1 calendar moves to Montreal for the Canadian Grand Prix on June 7-9.