Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene attend Grand Prix Closing Gala
The Princely couple attended the final gala dinner for the 83rd Monaco Grand Prix at the Sporting Monte-Carlo on 7 June 2026. The winner of the event was Italian driver Kimi Antonelli, who competes for Mercedes. Princess Alexandra of Hanover was also in attendance. For the occasion, Princess Charlene wore a Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo shirt paired with black Louis Vuitton trousers.
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene present Winning Trophies at Grand Prix
The Princely couple attended the podium ceremony of the 83rd Monaco Grand Prix at the Circuit de Monaco on 7 June. Prince Albert II presented the champion’s trophy to 19-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Princess Charlene presented the runner-up trophy to Lewis Hamilton.
Princely Family attends Grand Prix Qualifying Rounds
Several members of the Princely Family visited the Circuit de Monaco to watch the qualifying rounds ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix on 6 June 2026. Pierre Casiraghi, Beatrice Borromeo, Charlotte Casiraghi, Andrea Casiraghi, Tatiana Santo Domingo, Princess Alexandra, Ben-Sylvester Strautmann, and Louis and Marie Ducruet were in attendance.
The Monaco Grand Prix held three qualifiers (Q1, Q2, and Q3) which determined the starting grid for Sunday’s race. Because overtaking on the tight Circuit de Monaco is incredibly difficult, securing a top position during qualifying rounds is vital for a driver’s success in Monaco.
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene attend Grand Prix Presentation of New Emergency Vehicles
As part of the Grand Prix, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene attended the presentation of Monaco’s new INEOS intervention vehicles for Fire and Emergency Services on 5 June 2026.
“This equipment reinforces an already exemplary security system, helping to make Monaco a benchmark for safety during high-level motorsport competitions ,” said the Prince’s Palace.
Following the presentation, the Princely Couple met with emergency responders who were later deployed to the various Monaco Red Cross first-aid stations located at the Place du Casino. The vehicles were designed for firefighting, emergency and rescue operations during the Grands Prix and other races held in the Principality.
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene host Monaco Grand Prix Reception
The Princely Couple hosted the reception for the 83rd Monaco Grand Prix, held at the Oceanographic Museum on 5 June 2026. The glamorous evening served as the traditional kick-off to race weekend and welcomed VIPs, including Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet.
Princess Charlene drew widespread attention for her stunning appearance in an aquamarine satin jumpsuit by ethical and sustainable fashion brand D2Line.
Princely Family attends Grand Prix with celebrities Noah Schnapp, Dadju, and Paul Pogba
Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene, Princess Stephanie’s children and Princess Caroline’s children were all in attendance during the 83rd Monaco Grand Prix. Camille Gottlieb was photographed with Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp. Louis and Marie Ducruet, Andrea Casiraghi, and his wife Tatiana, Princess Alexandra and Ben-Sylvester Strautmann were also in attendance. Pierre Casiraghi and Charlotte Casiraghi attended with Jacky Ickx and Khadja Nin. Alexandre Grimaldi, Prince Albert II’s eldest son, attended with footballer Paul Pogba and his wife Zulay Pogba, as well as singer Dadju.
Ronaldinho, Pierre Gasly, Carlos Sainz compete in Racing Stars Football Cup
The second edition of the Racing Stars Football Cup, a charity match, took place on 3 June at the Louis-II stadium. Louis Ducruet and his star teammates faced off against a team of Formula 1 drivers. TF1 star presenter Nikos Aliagas, YouTuber Tibo InShape, Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho, columnist and comedian Paul de Saint Sernin, comedian Paul Mirabel, Greg MMA, and model Baptiste Giabiconi represented the Barbagiuans Monaco. The team was founded by Prince Albert II and is now chaired by Louis Ducruet. The Nazionale Piloti (or the Drivers’ team) included Pierre Gasly, Kimi Antonelli, and Carlos Sainz. They also had several football stars joining them including Clarence Seedorf, Giampaolo Pazzini, and Leonard Bonucci.
The match was kicked off by Prince Albert II, who passed the ball to former Belgian racing driver Jacky Ickx. Princess Stephanie, Pauline Ducruet and Camille Gottlieb cheered on the Barbagiuans, who emerged victorious with a score of 6-2. The Barbagiuans had also won last year’s inaugural match.
Prince Albert II presented the trophy to his nephew and his teammates. A gala was held later to celebrate the victory. The funds raised at the event will be donated to two charities: Mercy Ships, which deploys hospital ships to provide free surgical care in Africa and Les Soins de l’espoir (Care of Hope), which works with disadvantaged children and adults in Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam.
Every year for 35 years, racing drivers participated in a charity football match held in Monaco, with the participation of many Formula 1 greats, including Michael Schumacher. In 2025, the new Racing Stars Football Cup was launched by Louis Ducruet.
