US EditionLewis Hamilton Avoids Penalty After Huge Monaco Grand Prix Crash
- Lewis Hamilton crashed heavily in the final practice session of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix at the Circuit de Monaco on May 23, 2025.
- Hamilton lost control approaching Casino Square while attempting a final flying lap amid slow-moving traffic, which caused reduced downforce and led to the crash.
- His Ferrari suffered severe damage including a missing front-right tyre and right rear suspension harm, forcing mechanics into urgent repairs before qualifying.
- Hamilton radioed, "Sorry guys," while visibly frustrated, and the crash brought out red flags that ended the session early with less than two minutes remaining.
- No penalty was issued, but the incident compromised Hamilton’s chances to challenge for victory on a track where pole position is crucial due to very limited overtaking.
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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 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…
The Independent
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
The Sun
The Irish SunLewis Hamilton crashes in Monaco causing red flag and leaving Ferrari a wreck
FERRARI found themselves racing against the clock to get Lewis Hamilton’s car ready for qualifying after he crashed in the final practice session. The seven-time world champion was unhurt and safely left the car after the incident which happened in the dying moments of FP3 and an hour-and-a-half before qualifying. Unfortunate end of the session for Hamilton. There’s damage to the car… fingers crossed the mechanics can fix it in time for Qualifyi…
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