US EditionLewis Hamilton Avoids Penalty After Huge Monaco Grand Prix Crash
- Lewis Hamilton suffered a heavy crash during the last moments of the final practice session for the Monaco Grand Prix on May 23, 2025.
- The crash occurred as Hamilton approached turn three and lost control behind slower traffic, causing significant damage and a red flag to end the session early.
- Charles Leclerc dominated the weekend, leading all three practice sessions and securing pole with a lap time 0.280 seconds faster than Max Verstappen.
- Hamilton apologized over team radio saying, "Sorry guys," while Ferrari mechanics faced urgent repairs including nose, front wing, rear end, suspension, and gearbox replacements before qualifying.
- Though Hamilton avoided a penalty, the crash compromised his Monaco weekend prospects due to limited overtaking and the importance of pole position on this circuit.
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Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari struggles continue as he CRASHES in Monaco
Lewis Hamilton’s difficult start to his Ferrari career appears to continue after he crashed during Practice 3 in Monaco.The seven-time world champion had been looking positive as both Hamilton and Charles Leclerc showed more pace than they expected going into the weekend.That all came undone in the last five minutes of Saturday’s practice session as Hamilton lost the back end of his Ferrari and went sliding down the barrier at Massenet, ripping …
Lewis Hamilton stamped himself against the wall in practice 3 of the Formula 1 Monaco GP. Near the end of the session, the British Ferrari driver had a very strong accident that provoked the red flag on the layout of the Principality. Ferrari’s new driver was rolling to try to improve Leclerc’s time, but lost control of the single-seater and ended up with the car stamped against the wall. The crash caused the right front wheel, which was practic…
During the Formula 1 World Championship round in Monaco, Lewis Hamilton lost control of his car during free practice and crashed into a road barrier.
Lewis Hamilton avoids penalty after huge Monaco Grand Prix crash
Lewis Hamilton slammed into the barriers in Monaco third practice (Photo: Getty) Sir Lewis Hamilton’s chances of winning the Monaco Grand Prix have taken a major blow after he crashed heavily in the final minutes of Saturday practice. Hamilton was well-placed to fight for victory at the iconic street circuit this weekend, with Ferrari emerging as the surprise pace setters. Teammate Charles Leclerc topped all three practice sessions at his home g…
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The Independent (US)Lewis Hamilton crashes in final practice ahead of Monaco GP qualifying
The seven-time world champion lost control of his Ferrari at Massenet with just under two minutes remaining
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