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Lewis Hamilton optimistic Ferrari can ‘be competitive’ in twisting Monaco track
Scuderia’s car should suit narrow streets of Monte Carlo
TL;DR
- Lewis Hamilton sees Monaco as a strong opportunity for a first Ferrari victory, ending a drought since the 2024 Mexican GP.
- Ferrari's SF26 car is expected to perform well on Monaco's slow corners, a strength that compensates for its struggles with drag on straights.
- Hamilton and Leclerc showed strong pace in practice, leading ahead of rivals like Max Verstappen, George Russell, and Kimi Antonelli.
- The smaller turbocharger on the Ferrari is advantageous for Monaco, aiding acceleration out of corners and fast starts.
- Qualifying is critical in Monaco due to the difficulty of overtaking, potentially making a front-row start 'untouchable'.
- Charles Leclerc, a Monaco native, has a strong record at his home race and will be aiming for a significant performance.