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Leclerc Labels Ferrari Brake Issue 'Life-Threatening' After Monaco Crash
A frustrated Charles Leclerc described his Ferrari's brakes as 'life-threatening' after retiring in Monaco, where a failing system cost him a podium finish.
By Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-06-08T10:52:08.000Z - 1 min read
The Monaco Grand Prix ended abruptly for Charles Leclerc while he was on course for a podium finish. In the closing stages of the race, the Monegasque lost control of his Ferrari and crashed heavily into the barrier.
According to Leclerc, the cause of the crash was a severe technical defect. After the race, he launched a fierce criticism, speaking of a brake problem he labeled as 'life-threatening.'
Three of the four brakes reportedly failed at the crucial moment. This brake system failure rendered the car uncontrollable on the demanding street circuit and deprived him of a top finish on home soil.
Leclerc's sharp words regarding the safety of his car cast a shadow over Ferrari's performance and raise questions about the reliability of their components under race pressure.