About Monaco GP
The Monaco Grand Prix, known for its glamor, history, and unique challenges, continues to thrive as one of the crown jewels in motorsport. Monaco hosted F1 for the first time on April 14, 1929. The race was inaugurated by Antony Noghès and organized under the patronage of Prince Louis II. The first race, won by William Grover-Williams driving for Bugatti, marked the beginning of one of the most prestigious races on the Formula 1 calendar.
The Monaco Grand Prix is an eagerly awaited event with historical significance. To host the race at the national level, Noghes proposed developing a full-fledged racing circuit in Monte Carlo. The track's unforgiving layout and lack of run-off areas make it a formidable test of drivers’ skill and precision. The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix will be the 82nd Grand Prix event hosted on the Circuit de Monaco, attracting celebrities, entrepreneurs, and motorsport fans from around the globe. It is the home race of Ferrari’s “Lord Perceval,” aka Charles Leclerc.
Monaco Grand Prix History
Monaco had been holding races for a long time, even before the origin of Formula 1. The first Formula 1 race in Monaco was won by Juan Manuel Fangio in 1950. The race is one of the pillars of the biggest achievement in motorsports, known as the “Triple Crown.” A driver must win the Monaco GP to claim the Triple Crown of Motorsports. The race has been riddled with accidents due to the punishing nature of the track, and drivers find themselves in a tight spot near the famous “Swimming Pool” chicane and the tunnel that precedes it.
The following table shows the statistics of the Monaco Grand Prix history.
| Race Length | 260.286 KM |
| Circuit Length | 3.337 KM |
| Laps | 78 |
| Number of races held | 81 |
| First race held | 1929 (pre-war era)/1950 (official F1 race era) |
Monaco Grand Prix 2025 Schedule -Date & Time
The Monaco Grand Prix will take place from May 23 to 25. The first practice session will be held at 1:30 PM track time. The qualifying session will be held on Saturday, from 4:00 PM track time. It will be a 78-lap race spanning over 260 km of total race distance.
Monaco Grand Prix Circuit
The Monaco Grand Prix F1 races are held at the street circuit situated on the city streets of Monte Carlo. The racing circuit is also called the Circuit de Monaco and the Monte Carlo Grand Prix. The race takes place on a 3.337 km street circuit that weaves through Monte Carlo and La Condamine, featuring 19 turns and minimal overtaking opportunities. The circuit is famous for its several iconic and challenging turns, like the Sainte Devote, the Hairpin, and the Tunnel.
Monaco Grand Prix Circuit Configurations
The Monaco Grand Prix has undergone several modifications and changes through the years since its introduction in 1929. In the early 1930s, the track's starting and finishing line was changed to improve the chicane area. However, in 1996, the organizer added 16 meters more length to the existing track. The 20th century saw the installation of barriers along the track to improve safety standards.
Monaco Grand Prix 2024 Drivers Standings
The drivers' standings for the race were led by Max Verstappen in the 2024 season. Here are the driver standings for the eve of the Monaco GP 2024.
| S.No | Name | Team | Points |
| 1. | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing Honda RBPT | 161 |
| 2. | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 113 |
| 3. | Sergio Perez | Red Bull Racing Honda RBPT | 107 |
| 4. | Lando Norris | McLaren Mercedes | 101 |
| 5. | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | 93 |
| 6. | Oscar Piastri | McLaren Mercedes | 53 |
| 7. | George Russell | Mercedes | 44 |
| 8. | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 35 |
| 9. | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin Aramco Mercedes | 33 |
| 10. | Yuki Tsunoda | RB Honda RBPT | 15 |
Monaco Grand Prix 2025 TV Channels & Live Streaming
The following table showcases different streaming platforms and TV broadcasters to watch the Monaco GP live in your respective regions.
Where to watch the Monaco Grand Prix?
| Regions | TV Broadcaster | Live Streaming |
| United States | ESPN | ESPN+ F1 TV Pro |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports F1 | Sky Sports F1 F1 TV Pro |
| Italy | Sky Italia | F1 TV Pro |
| India | N/A | Fancode F1 TV Pro/F1 TV Pro+ |
How to watch the Monaco Grand Prix?
For the USA regions, you can watch on the ESPN live app or follow the updates on the official F1 TV Pro app. With subscription mode, you can watch races from different camera angles and get the latest interview talks. For UK regions, you can view the Monaco GP on Sky Sports F1 or live stream on F1 TV Pro.
Monaco Grand Prix Winners
The first official F1 race in the Monaco Grand Prix was held in 1950, with Juan Manuel Fangio winning the event. Ayrton Senna is considered the king of Monaco, as he has won the Grand Prix more times than any other F1 driver. To know more about the Monaco Grand Prix winners year-on-year, click on the link for more.
Monaco Grand Prix Contract With FIA
The FIA and Formula 1 have signed a new multi-year agreement with the Automobile Club of Monaco to host F1 races until 2031.
Monaco Grand Prix Records
Many prestigious records have been made on this prestigious racing circuit. Some of them are mentioned below.
Most Grand Wins as Driver - Ayrton Senna (6)
Most Grand Prix Wins as Constructor - McLaren F1 Team (15)
Fastest Lap Record - Lewis Hamilton (1:12.909, 2021)
FAQ's On Monaco Grand Prix
A. The Monaco GP is a part of the triple crown of motorsports and it is the epitome of racing heritage in Formula 1.
A. The first Monaco GP was won by Williams Grover-Williams driving for Bugatti in 1929.
A. Ayrton Senna, who has won the race six times, is dubbed as the King of Monaco.
A. Charles Leclerc, who races for Ferrari, is a native of Monaco.
A. Max Verstappen has been residing in Monaco since 2015.
