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Monaco

Monaco

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Track: Circuit De Monaco

The Circuit De Monaco (Monaco Grand Prix), is considered to be one of the most Iconic races of all time. It is truly one of the most special Grand Prix races in the Formula One calendar. It's narrow and challenging corners, is what makes this such a fan favorite. The Monaco GP is one of three special races that are called The Triple Crown. The Triple Crown is a collection of 3 special races that are one of the most prestigious races in all of Motorsports. The Triple Crown that take place on the same month of May. The Triple Crown contains The Monaco GP (F1), The Indianapolis 500 (Indycar) and The 24hrs of Le Mans (World Endurance).

Onboard Lap using EA SPORTS F1® 24

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Monaco Grand Prix

The Monaco Grand Prix goes all the way back into F1's first World Championship, the 1950 FIA Formula One World Championship. Monaco did host a Grand Prix back in 1929, and was one of the first few races that happened before World War II. But after the success of the first Monaco GP in 1929, Formula One wanted to include Monaco in their calendar for the 1950 World Championship. 

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Monaco Grand Prix (1950) Track Layout

1950 - 1960  (Wikipedia)

​Length: 3.14km /1.95mi

Laps: 100

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Graham Hill (Mr. Monaco)

The first Monaco GP would take place in the glamorous streets of Monte-Carlo. The track is one of the hardest in Formula 1. It has tight turns, narrow streets, and tough spots, needing full focus. Unlike most tracks today, Monaco's streets have little space for passing, so qualifying often decides the race. The barriers are strong and leave no room for slips, making mistakes costly. Low grip makes it harder for drivers, who need to know the track well, handle tyre wear, and deal with the car's changes through the weekend. The race was won by Juan Manuel Fangio. Despite the track's dangerous narrow corners, there had been legendary drivers who had been able to make memorable moments in the streets of Monaco. Graham Hill was a legend in Formula 1, known for dominating the Monaco Grand Prix. He settled palm there five times in 1963, 1964, 1965, 1968, and 1969 a record that still stands. The narrow, winding thoroughfares of Monaco suited Hill's driving bents impeccably. His skill in diving that grueling circuit earned him the surname" Mr. Monaco." It was not just about speed; racing in Monaco demanded perfection and a strong connection with the auto, and Hill bettered at both. Hill’s accomplishments weren’t limited to Monaco. In 1962, he won the Formula 1 World Championship with BRM, proving his prowess on different tracks. Beyond his racing chops, Hill was known for his charm and likability, which made him a addict fave. His successes, particularly in Monaco, solidified his status as a true icon of the sport, leaving a lasting mark both on and off the racetrack.

Over the times, the Monaco Grand Prix has come a symbol of the golden age of motorsport, with multitudinous fabulous motorists marking their names in Monaco's record books. Ayrton Senna is maybe the most iconic of all Monaco winners, having won the race six times between 1987 and 1993. His capability to control a auto on the enduring thoroughfares of Monte Carlo was fabulous, and he came a favorite among suckers not just for his dominance, but for his violent passion and commitment to his craft. His six triumphs in Monaco remain a record to this day. Ayrton Senna's battle in Monaco, particularly in the 1984 Monaco Grand Prix, is one of the most iconic moments in Formula 1 history. Senna, a novitiate at the time, was driving for Toleman, a small platoon with a significantly less important auto compared to the dominant brigades of that period. The race itself was held in wet conditions, which played to Senna's driving prowess, as he was known for his exceptional skill in the rain. As the race progressed, Senna, who had started in 13th, began to sculpt his way through the field with emotional pace, closing in on the leaders. In the ending stages, Senna was in a dramatic battle with Alain Prost, who was leading the race in his McLaren. still, the rain boosted, and the race was ultimately stopped due to the worsening rainfall conditions. Senna was in alternate place at the time, and numerous believe he'd have been suitable to catch Prost had the race continued. Though he did not win, Senna's performance in Monaco in 1984 demonstrated his extraordinary gift and pelted him to global attention. It set the stage for his fabulous career, and he'd go on to win the Monaco Grand Prix six times, cementing it as one of his favorite and most successful races.

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Monaco Grand Prix (1980) Track Layout

1980 - 200  (Wikipedia)

​Length: 3.31km /2.05mi

Laps: 76

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Ayrton Senna (1984 Monaco GP)

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Ayrton Senna (1988 Monaco GP)

Monaco has also been the setting for some of the most dramatic and surprising moments in Formula 1 history. One similar moment came in 1996 when Olivier Panis, driving for the small Ligier platoon, won the race in what's regarded as one of the most questionable palms in the sport’s history. The 1996 race was a chaotic affair, with rain showers and multitudinous retreats, including high- profile motorists like Michael Schumacher, making way for the fairly unknown Panis to claim a remarkable palm. This unanticipated triumph is a memorial that Monaco, despite its character for offering many catching openings, can still throw up surprises.

Monaco Grand Prix

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Circuit De Monaco Layout​

Turns: 19

DRS Zones: 1

Length: 3.33km (2.07mi)

Fastest Lap: Max Verstappen

1:14.260

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2006 Monaco GP

The race has always attracted the most glamorous and influential crowds, with superstars and celebrities from all walks of life attending the event. Monaco’s wealth and status as a luxury destination combine with the high- profile nature of Formula 1 to produce an event that's further than just a race it is an periodic spectacle. In more recent times, the Monaco Grand Prix has seen a rise in the dominance of ultramodern- period motorists, including Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Max Verstappen. In 2006, Michael Schumacher was battling Fernando Alonso for the World Championship, and the Monaco Grand Prix was seen as a critical race for both. Schumacher was running on pole after a blistering lap, but controversy struck during qualifying.

With only a many twinkles left in the final qualifying session, Schumacher spun his Ferrari into the walls at Rascasse corner, bringing out a unheroic flag that effectively ended the session. This appeared to be a deliberate act to help anyone differently from beating his time. numerous believed Schumacher had designedly caused the spin to disrupt the sweats of others, especially Alonso, who was just a many tenths down on his stage time. The FIA delved the incident, but Schumacher was n't punished, and he went on to start from pole. He'd finish the race in 1st, making it his fifth Monaco palm. Though the incident remains controversial, it added another subcaste of conspiracy to the Monaco Grand Prix.

During the 2008 Monaco GP during the 2008 FIA Formula One World Championship, McLaren's Lewis Hamilton, despite suffering a slow puncture on the final lap, crossed the finish line to take his first win in Monaco. Kubica followed in second, ahead of Massa and Webber. Vettel took the STR3 to its first points in its maiden race, coming fifth, ahead of Barrichello and Nakajima. During the 2015 FIA Formula One World Championship at the 2015 Monaco GP, World Champion Lewis Hamilton secured his first ever Monaco pole position during Saturday's qualifying. In the race, Nico Rosberg took his third consecutive win at Monaco, second win of the season, and the tenth of his career, while Sebastian Vettel finished second. 

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2008 Monaco GP

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2015 Monaco GP

When it was time for the 2020 FIA Formula One World Championship, the season was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which cancelled a lot of the tracks that F1 planned to race on which included Monaco. This was very unfortunate as they couldn't celebrate their 70th anniversary in one of F1's original and classic tracks. However, F1 finally got going at the latter half of the year. But F1 would have to wait and return to race at Monaco next year during the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship.

Max Verstappen entered the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix as a championship contender, going head-to-head with reigning champion Lewis Hamilton. Verstappen had never won in Monaco, but his dominant form in the early part of the 2021 season made him the favorite. Verstappen delivered a perfect weekend, starting with a strong pole position on Saturday. He went on to maintain his lead during the race, with a fostering performance that showcased his growing maturity and skill. The palm allowed Verstappen to take the lead in the motorists' Championship and proved his capability to exceed on a circuit that had traditionally been dominated by Mercedes and Hamilton. His first Monaco palm was a crucial corner in his career and would latterly contribute to his 2021 World Championship title.

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Max Verstappen's first Monaco win (2021 Monaco GP)

During the 2022 Monaco GP, Home hero Charles Leclerc secured pole position, which was his second consecutive pole in Monaco, and his first in the 2022 season. He had been dominant in qualifying throughout the weekend, which increased the hopes of the home crowd for a potential victory. The win marked Sergio Pérez’s second F1 victory, with his first being in 2020 at the Sakhir Grand Prix. It was also his first win of the 2022 season and added to Red Bull’s dominance, which saw them continue to control the Constructors' Championship. This was a disaster for Leclerc, as he had high hopes of winning the Grand Prix in front of his home crowd. But due to Ferrari's terrible race strategy, Leclerc wasn't able to win or even finish on the podium and would only secure P4.

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Charles Leclerc's Disastrous Monaco GP (2021 Monaco GP)

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Charles Leclerc's Maiden win at the Monaco GP (2021 Monaco GP)

During the 2024 Monaco GP, the hopes of Charles Leclerc winning in Monaco seemed highly possible. But after qualifying, Leclerc was able to grab Pole Position for the second time of his career but, he still didn't think that it would be enough for a home Grand Prix victory. But when it was time for the race, Leclerc was able to stay in the lead. The race was eventually Red-Flagged after a crash involving both Haas drivers of Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hülkenberg, as well as Red Bull driver Sergio Pérez. During the red flag, teams were allowed to repair any damages and change tyres. Ferrari changed Leclerc's tyres to the Hards to see if he could make it through with it during the entire race without having to pit. When the race eventually got back again, Leclerc was still able to maintain the lead from Oscar Piastri. But when it all came down to the last lap, everyone knew he'd finally broken the curse. Charles Leclerc, finally won the Monaco Grand Prix. This victory was one of Leclerc's best ones yet. He finally achieved his dream after so many attempts on doing it, he finally won. 

Monaco has never seen a home winner in 93 years. The circuit is still today such a fan favorite and one of the most famous Formula One circuits of all time. The twisty turns, narrow corners and challenging chicanes, makes this a excellent track for fans around the world to love and remember. Now, the microstate of Monaco, has a new home hero.

WINNERS

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1950: Juan Manuel Fangio
1951: Juan Manuel Fangio
1952: Alberto Ascari
1953: Mike Hawthorn
1954: Maurice Trintignant
1955: Fangio Juan Manuel
1956: Stirling Moss
1957: Juan Manuel Fangio
1958: Maurice Trintignant
1959: Jack Brabham
1960: Stirling Moss

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1961: Phil Hill
1962: Graham Hill
1963: Graham Hill
1964: Graham Hill
1965: Niki Lauda
1966: Jackie Stewart
1967: Denny Hulme
1968: Graham Hill
1969: Jackie Stewart
1970: Jochen Rindt

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1971: Jackie Stewart
1972: Jean-Pierre Beltoise
1973: Jackie Stewart
1974: Emerson Fittipaldi
1975: Niki Lauda
1976: Niki Lauda
1977: James Hunt
1978: Carini Lauda
1979: Jody Scheckter
1980: Nelson Piquet

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1981: Nelson Piquet
1982: Didier Pironi
1983: Patrick Tambay
1984: Alain Prost
1985: Elio de Angelis
1986: Alain Prost
1987: Nigel Mansell
1988: Ayrton Senna
1989: Ayrton Senna
1990: Riccardo Patrese

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1991: Ayrton Senna
1992: Michael Schumacher
1993: Ayrton Senna
1994: Michael Schumacher
1995: Michael Schumacher
1996: Olivier Panis
1997: Michael Schumacher
1998: Mika Häkkinen
1999: Michael Schumacher
2000: Mika Häkkinen

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2001: David Coulthard
2002: David Coulthard
2003: Juan Pablo Montoya
2004: Jarno Trulli
2005: Kimi Räikkönen
2006: Fernando Alonso
2007: Lewis Hamilton
2008: Lewis Hamilton
2009: Jenson Button
2010: Mark Webber

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2011: Sebastian Vettel
2012: Mark Webber
2013: Nico Rosberg
2014: Nico Rosberg
2015: Nico Rosberg
2016: Lewis Hamilton
2017: Sebastian Vettel
2018: Daniel Ricciardo
2019: Lewis Hamilton

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2021: Max Verstappen
2022: Sergio Pérez
2023: Max Verstappen
2024: Charles Leclerc

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