Ferrari Principal Vasseur Hospitalized in Monaco, Title Bid Affected

Ferrari’s 2026 Monaco Grand Prix program was disrupted after team principal Frédéric Vasseur was admitted to hospital, while Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton posted strong times in practice. Vasseur will miss Saturday’s qualifying and race due to medical examinations in the principality.

Leclerc topped the first free‑practice session, giving the Italian squad a morale boost. Hamilton improved his lap in the evening session, tightening the competition.

Ferrari must now adjust its strategy without its principal on track, hoping the car’s pace can still deliver a podium finish.