Monaco Grand Prix 2025 live: Norris on pole, Leclerc in ambush, strategy at the heart of the Monaco show
The stage is set on the Principality's legendary circuit: the narrow streets of Monte Carlo are set to host the eighth round of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship. With the introduction of new rules imposing two mandatory stops and the use of three different types of tire, the race promises to be more strategic than ever. Lando Norris, author of a record-breaking lap in qualifying, will start from pole position, ahead of local hero Charles Leclerc.
Welcome to our live text coverage of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix! At 3 PM, the lights will go out to start a race where every strategic decision could make the difference. Norris, with a time of 1:09.954, edged out Leclerc by 0.109 seconds, setting a new record on this legendary circuit. Oscar Piastri completes the top three, while Max Verstappen will start from fourth position.
The tension is palpable in the pits and on the grid. The teams will have to juggle with new regulatory constraints, making tire management and pit stop timing crucial for success. Stay with us to follow every overtake, every strategic stop, and every twist of this iconic race.
