Max Verstappen secured a front-row start for the Monaco Grand Prix, qualifying second behind Charles Leclerc. The Red Bull driver extracted maximum performance from his car, but expressed concerns about the challenging first corner of the 78-lap race.
Verstappen, 28, acknowledged that overtaking opportunities are limited on the narrow street circuit, making the start crucial. He stated that the first corner could be decisive, given the tight nature of the track.
The qualifying session saw Leclerc take pole position for Ferrari, with Verstappen's Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez qualifying third. The race is scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 2026.
