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The answer is not a straightforward yes or no.<\/b><\/p>\n
Known for its grandeur, Monaco has always been an iconic track since its first race in 1929, with rows of yachts along the harbour and a star-studded guest list in attendance.<\/p>\n
It is considered one of motorsport’s triple crown events – an unofficial achievement – along with the Indianapolis 500 and Le Mans. Three different, but equally challenging races, and steeped in a rich history.<\/p>\n
In recent years, however, there have been discussions on whether the streets of Monte Carlo have made for a stagnant track, although a contest drivers still want to win.<\/p>\n
“This is really boring… I should’ve brought my pillow,” said four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen after finishing sixth in the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix.<\/p>\n
The circuit is a unique challenge for drivers, with roads around the principality narrow with tight turns and a tunnel.<\/p>\n
With modern cars now much larger, this makes overtaking difficult.<\/p>\n
Saturday’s qualifying is considered the most exciting part of the weekend as the race classification is deemed a foregone conclusion as the track averages just 10 overtakes per race, the lowest of any track in the last 10 years.<\/p>\n
The 2025 edition included a mandatory two-stop rule to add excitement to the 78-lap event.<\/p>\n