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Leclerc Shines in Final Monaco Practice Amid Hamilton's Setback

Charles Leclerc showcased his dominance in Monaco's final practice session, solidifying his place as the driver to beat. However, a crash from Lewis Hamilton brought the session to a premature end, leaving his team scrambling for solutions.

Our Take:

Leclerc's clean sweep in practice highlights Ferrari's competitive edge in Monaco, but Hamilton's crash underscores the unpredictable challenges of street circuits. This incident could be pivotal in determining team strategies for the upcoming qualifying and race.

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Source: Keith Collantine

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