The FIA has revealed that “Monaco-specific regulations” are currently under discussion, following the latest F1 Commission meeting.
As the most iconic race on the F1 calendar, the Monaco Grand Prix is renowned for its rich history, though it faces criticism due to its limited opportunities for overtaking.
To enhance the excitement of the event, those present at the meeting agreed on a proposal that would require drivers to make multiple mandatory pit stops during the race. Details of this proposal will be further explored in the upcoming weeks.
Despite being the oldest race in Formula 1, with the first Monaco Grand Prix dating back to 1929 before the establishment of the F1 World Championship, the narrow and challenging streets of Monte Carlo, along with the modern F1 car’s size, make overtaking extremely difficult.
Qualifying remains a thrilling and highly anticipated event, but the race itself often lacks action, especially when the weather does not create any disruptions due to the track’s tight layout.
To address this, the first F1 Commission meeting of 2025, chaired by F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis in London, discussed ideas for what they are calling “Monaco-specific regulations” to improve race dynamics.
For dry races, a rule that currently mandates one pit stop to switch to two types of slick tires will now be extended, to encourage more competitive racing through additional pit stops.
Further discussions will take place within the FIA’s Sporting Advisory Committee regarding these proposals.
Monaco already stands out as the only Grand Prix on the calendar not to adhere to the standard 300 km-plus-one-lap race distance. Instead, it is held over a reduced 260 km, 78-lap format.
