Charles Leclerc has not only thrown his support behind Fred Vasseur, but he insists he's not jumping ship despite being urged to leave.

Last year’s winner Charles Leclerc enjoyed an eventful return to his hometown as he collided with Lance Stroll before setting the pace in first practice for the Monaco Grand Prix. Monegasque Leclerc prompted jubilation in the principality 12 months ago when he banished years of near misses to clinch his first victory on the streets of Monte Carlo.

On the first day of track action for the Monaco Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc made the most of being on home turf. The Ferrari driver, who was born here and won last year at this track, was surprisingly quickest in both free practice sessions: 1'11"964 in the first one and 1'11"355 in the second.

Lance Stroll has been given a one-place grid penalty for the Monaco Grand Prix for causing a collision with Charles Leclerc in the opening practice session.

Charles Leclerc thrilled the Ferrari fans by setting the pace in both practice sessions for his home Monaco Grand Prix on Friday after overcoming an early collision and despite low expectations.

The four-time Red Bull Formula 1 champion finally debuted his superyacht "Unleash The Lion" at the rich and fabulous Monaco Grand Prix.