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What to expect from Monaco

Formula 1 visits Monaco later this week – here’s everything you need to know about the circuit.

Monaco key info 
  • 3.337km long track.
  • Snakes through the harbour of Monte Carlo in the Principality of Monaco.
  • 2024 will be Monaco’s 81st race.
  • The first F1 Grand Prix was held in 1950.
  • 78 laps around the streets of Monte Carlo.
  • In the 2003 race, there were no overtakes.
Expectations from the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix

It’s safe to say the McLarens have been looking on top form in the most recent races. Lando Norris also achieved P3 in the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix. Therefore, papaya fans are looking at a hopeful race. McLaren are also bringing a special livery for Monaco, dedicated to the late Ayrton Senna – King of Monaco – 30 years after his passing.

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Max Verstappen claimed Monaco is not a track that is well suited to the RB20 due to its twists and turns. This means there will be less expectation for Red Bull dominance from both Verstappen and Sergio Perez. However, Perez is in need of a good race after a few mishaps in previous races, so supporters of the Mexican will hope for the best!

Monaco has always been a special track for Ferrari driver, Charles Leclerc. He will be racing around the streets he walked to school on and flying past his local shop for 78 laps. Unfortunately, his record at Monaco has not been positive, with only one P6 finish out of four race starts around Monte Carlo. Fans of the Monegasque will be hoping that 2024’s race will yield better results for the young driver. 

Previous Monaco Grands Prix

Some of the most memorable Monaco Grand Prix moments are:

  1. Redemption Day → At the 2018 Monaco Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo raced to victory and proved doubters wrong. Following the race, he celebrated with a glamorous belly flop into the famous Red Bull swimming pool.
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  1. Diamond Gate → In 2004, Christian Klein’s Jaguar was equipped with a $250,000 diamond in partnership with the newly released film ‘Oceans Twelve’. After a first lap crash, the diamonds vanished never to be seen again…
  1. Kimi Raikkonen’s extraordinary exit → The 2006 Monaco Grand Prix saw Raikkonen’s McLaren blow up in smoke. He had a very calm reaction and walked straight to his yacht, harboured just metres from the flame engulfed car. 

Written by Frankie.

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