Lewis Hamilton was fifth, but as he chased a late improvement the seven-time world champion lost control over his Ferrari in the long left-hander of Massenet, sliding into the barriers with his right-rear and then right-front, causing a red flag that effectively ended the session.

Charles Leclerc led the field in both Friday free practice sessions, as Formula One hosts the iconic Monaco GP in Monte Carlo. Max Verstappen was at his stunning best to pinch Emilia-Romagna GP victory last weekend, so it was all eyes on how McLaren would respond.

Charles Leclerc went fastest for Ferrari as team mate Lewis Hamilton crashed in final Monaco Grand Prix practice on Saturday.