Antonelli Takes Pole for 2026 Monaco GP, Piastri Starts Seventh
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli will start the Monaco Grand Prix from pole, with Max Verstappen alongside and Oscar Piastri in seventh.
Kimi Antonelli will start the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix from pole position on Sunday. The teenager leads the championship and aims to extend his strong season. Max Verstappen starts alongside Antonelli on the front row.
Australia's Oscar Piastri begins from seventh on the grid. Piastri finished on the podium in the Monaco Grand Prix in both 2024 and 2025. He will need a strong drive to repeat those results from his starting position.
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur returned to the paddock on Sunday after spending Saturday in hospital. His presence marks a quick recovery ahead of the race. ABC Sport is providing live digital coverage of the event.
At 10:00pm local time on 7 June 2026, one hour remained until the start.
