Charles Leclerc has extended his contract with Ferrari just in time for his home race at the Monaco GP. The location could not be more fitting, as both his birthplace and residence are listed as Monte Carlo, Monaco. The Grand Prix is set for the Monte Carlo circuit on the Formula 1 calendar, and Leclerc said he is happy to continue the journey with Ferrari. For 2026 Ferrari lists its SF-26 chassis and Ferrari 067 power unit, adding a clear technical note to a feel-good moment.

Monaco GP weekend details are already in the feed. The 2026 race is Round 6 of Formula 1, with 78 laps around a 3,337 m circuit for a total race distance of 260,286 m. The weekend status is not started, and it sits within the Formula 1 2026 season stage. For a hometown driver, the Monte Carlo stop is more than another tick on the schedule, it is literally his racing backyard.

Why Monaco matters for Leclerc

As a Monaco native, Charles Leclerc grew up on the streets that make up Formula 1’s most iconic circuit. Racing in front of family, friends, and local supporters gives the Monaco Grand Prix a unique significance that no other event on the calendar can match. After years of heartbreak and misfortune at his home race, a victory in Monaco represented more than just another win—it fulfilled a lifelong dream and cemented a special place in his career. For Leclerc, success on the streets he calls home carries an emotional weight that transcends championship points and trophies.

The event itself is tightly defined in the files. It is Formula 1 2026 Round 6, with a 3,337 m lap and 78 laps to complete 260,286 m. Practice, qualifying and race are all marked not started at this stage. The structure is standard for a Grand Prix weekend, and the setting is as personal as it gets for Leclerc. All told, the scene is set for a busy few days in Monte Carlo.

Leclerc’s Ferrari journey in numbers

Leclerc’s Ferrari chapter began in 2019, when he scored 264 points and placed fourth overall. That first season delivered 2 victories, 10 podiums and 7 pole positions. In 2020 he added 98 points and two podiums, finishing eighth. The 2021 run brought 159 points, seventh in the standings and two poles. It was consistent top-tier output that kept Ferrari on the front pages.

The 2022 season featured 308 points, 3 wins, 11 podiums and 9 poles. In 2023 he logged 206 points with 6 podiums and 5 poles. The 2024 campaign stands as his highest points total, 356, with 3 wins, 13 podiums and 3 poles, earning third overall. In 2025 he collected 242 points, seven podiums and one pole, finishing fifth. Early 2026 numbers are 75 points from five race starts, third in the standings with two podiums. Across his Formula 1 career he has 176 starts, 8 victories, 52 podiums and 27 pole positions, with 0 world championship titles.

Monaco GP weekend, session by session

The Monaco GP program at Monte Carlo lists Practice 1, Practice 2 and Practice 3, all currently not started. Practice 2 and Practice 3 each include a Part 1 segment in the schedule. Qualification is also in place, shown with a Part 1 round. The Grand Prix follows as the main race over 78 laps, matching the race distance noted in the stage info. It is a complete Formula 1 weekend layout, ready to populate with times and results.

Every label points to Monaco as both the circuit city and country, which lines up with Leclerc’s profile. The weekend is embedded in Formula 1 2026 as Round 6, and all sessions are not started in the feed. That makes the timing sheets the next key piece once the green light appears. Fans can follow the session flow, standings and live data on Sofascore throughout the Monaco GP. With 27 career poles on his ledger, the qualifying phase is naturally a focal point for Leclerc at Monte Carlo.

A fresh Ferrari deal before a home Grand Prix sets a clear tone for Leclerc. The numbers show a front-running profile, with third in the early 2026 order. Monaco is home, Monte Carlo is the venue and the lap count is fixed at 78. Keep the Monaco GP on your Sofascore radar for live updates once the weekend gets going.