Norris and Leclerc called to stewards before action has even begun in Monaco

Norris and Leclerc will have to attend the FIA stewards in Monte Carlo for the 'late attendance of the Thursday press conference'.

The two drivers were part of the first group of three at today's press conference ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix. While Gabriel Bortoleto arrived on time, the defending world champion and the Ferrari driver arrived late. As a result, the session could not start at 14:30 local time (13:30 BST) and there was a one-minute delay.

As a result, and before the first free practice session of the weekend, Norris and Leclerc will have some extra duties in Monte Carlo. Both drivers will have to appear before the stewards on Friday morning. First, it will be Leclerc's turn at 10:00 local time (9:00 BST), followed by Norris at 10:10 CET (9:10 BST).

Leclerc had no doubt about signing a new contract with Ferrari, which was announced ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix. He said: "It was very clear, I love the team. I think that's pretty obvious from the outside. It's been eight years with the Formula One team, 10 years with Ferrari as a whole. They've been one of the first people to believe in me and to help me to get to where I am today. I believe in the project most of all."

The Monegasque driver also highlighted Vasseur's role in signing a new deal with the team. "I think with Fred, we have a very, very good relationship, and I strongly believe that he's the person that will be able to bring Ferrari back to the top. It's been a good start of the season, obviously not as good as what we will want because we want to target the world championship, but there's been a lot of innovation on the car. We know where we are lacking, and that's probably more the engine side. We've got a plan coming up, and hopefully, it will help us to get back to where we want to be. I love this team and because I believe in the project, and for these two reasons, that's why we continue together."