2025 Monaco Grand Prix Qualifying Highlights
Monaco, 2025 — In an electrifying qualifying session at the Monaco Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris secured pole position with a historic lap time of 1:09.954, making him the first driver to clock under 70 seconds on this iconic circuit. Norris outpaced local favorite Charles Leclerc of Ferrari, who took second, while championship leader Oscar Piastri rounded out the top three.
Norris’s performance was described as a masterclass, having consistently improved throughout the weekend. “I am very happy, especially to do it here in Monaco and to do it ahead of Charles is that little bit sweeter,” said Norris. He acknowledged Leclerc’s strong pace leading up to qualifying but expressed confidence in his ability to perform under pressure.
“I knew if I had a good lap and put things together, I could be on pole,” he added.
As part of the post-qualifying activities, South Korean actor Lee Jung-jae, internationally renowned for his role in Squid Game, presented Norris with the Pirelli Pole Position Award, further highlighting the event’s glamour.
Key Qualifying Results:
- Lando Norris (McLaren) – 1:09.954 (Pole)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 1:10.143
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 1:10.372
Norris’s exceptional lap and the competitive nature of the session set the stage for an exciting race day in the heart of Monaco.
