The Formula 1 championship standings have undergone another shake-up following a fresh revision to the results of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, with Alpine’s Pierre Gasly regaining his podium finish after a successful FIA review.
Gasly originally crossed the finish line in third place after an impressive performance around the streets of Monte Carlo. However, his celebrations were cut short when race officials handed him two separate five-second penalties for alleged speeding infringements. The sanctions were applied after the race, dropping the French driver from third to seventh in the final classification and promoting several rivals up the order.
That decision has now been overturned. Following a review of the evidence, the FIA concluded that the penalties should be rescinded, restoring Gasly to third position in the official race results. The revised classification means Alpine once again claims a podium finish from Monaco, while Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar loses the place he had gained and slips back to fourth.
The latest amendment adds another chapter to what has already been one of the most controversial weekends of the 2026 season. Monaco produced plenty of drama both on and off the track, and the FIA’s latest intervention has had a direct impact on both the race result and the championship picture.
While Gasly’s reinstatement has attracted significant attention, another major storyline emerging from Monaco is the continued resurgence of Lewis Hamilton. The seven-time world champion delivered another strong drive to secure second place, marking his second consecutive runner-up finish and helping him climb further up the drivers’ standings.
Hamilton’s improved form represents a stark contrast to his difficult debut campaign with Ferrari. During his first season with the Italian team, the British driver struggled to match the pace of team-mate Charles Leclerc and frequently found himself on the back foot throughout a disappointing year. Questions were raised about whether Hamilton could return to his best form after the move to Maranello failed to deliver the expected results.
This season, however, the 41-year-old appears rejuvenated. His consistency and strong race performances have allowed him to move ahead of Leclerc in the championship standings, underlining the progress he and Ferrari have made since last year.
Leclerc’s weekend in Monaco ended in frustration. Racing at his home event, the Monegasque driver was forced to retire after suffering brake problems that ultimately caused him to crash into the barriers. The DNF proved costly, both in terms of points and his position relative to Hamilton in the standings.
At the front of the championship, Mercedes sensation Kimi Antonelli continues to strengthen his grip on the title race. The 19-year-old Italian secured victory in Monaco, extending his remarkable winning streak to five races in a row. Antonelli’s latest triumph increases his championship lead to 66 points, further cementing his status as the driver to beat in 2026.
With Gasly’s podium restored, Hamilton continuing his climb up the standings, and Antonelli dominating the championship battle, the aftermath of Monaco has once again reshaped the Formula 1 landscape heading into the next round of the season.
