# Why F1 teams are so convinced of an upset in Monaco

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Podcast: [The Race F1 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-race-f1-podcast-1208307)
Published: 2026-06-03T09:40:51+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-race-f1-podcast/episodes/why-monaco-presents-the-biggest-chance-yet-of-an-f1-upset
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## Resource

On the latest episode of The Race F1 Podcast, we discuss whether F1 2026 could be set for its first upset, with Ferrari hotly-tipped to set the pace in Monaco. But why are the Scuderia so fancied at this race, and if they are to set the pace, will it be track specialist and home favourite Charles Leclerc that leads the way or his resurgent team mate Lewis Hamilton? Edd Straw is joined by Josh Suttill and Ben Anderson to discuss Ferrari's chances and who else might be in the fight for victory. They also discuss the rule changes that have been implemented for the Monaco weekend, explaining why the FIA has banned the use of active aero and how the energy deployment restrictions that have been imposed will impact racing. Note: This podcast was recorded before news broke of Leclerc extending his Ferrari contract. Get bonus F1 podcasts, extra content and ad-free listening, sign-up to The Race Members' Club on Patreon today . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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