The Crown Jewel Returns: Monaco GP 2025 Preview
Monte Carlo, May 21, 2025 – The Formula 1 paddock heads to one of the most iconic circuits in motorsport: the streets of Monte Carlo. With tight corners, unforgiving barriers, and zero margin for error, the Monaco Grand Prix is not just a race — it’s an event.
2025 promises high drama. With several teams within striking distance of the championship lead and unpredictable weather forecasted for the weekend, this could be one of the most chaotic Monaco GPs in recent memory.
Weekend Schedule (CET)
- Friday, May 23
Free Practice 1 – 13:30
Free Practice 2 – 17:00 - Saturday, May 24
Practice 3 – 12:30
Qualifying – 16:00 - Sunday, May 25
Grand Prix – 15:00
Teams to Watch
- Red Bull Racing – Reigning champions are facing new pressure from Ferrari and McLaren. Verstappen still leads the standings but by a narrower margin than expected.
- Ferrari – Charles Leclerc, racing on home soil, is determined to finally conquer Monaco after years of heartbreak.
- McLaren – With consistent podiums this season, both Norris and Piastri are considered dark horses.
- Mercedes – Still struggling to find pace, but George Russell showed flashes of promise in recent street circuits.
Key Storylines
- Leclerc’s Home Curse – Can Charles finally win in Monaco after five attempts and several painful DNFs?
- Rain Expected? – Forecasts suggest potential rain during qualifying or the race, which could shake up the grid.
- Tire Strategy – With limited overtaking opportunities, qualifying is everything — but tire degradation on slicks could prove decisive on Sunday.
Circuit Info
- Track length: 3.337 km
- Laps: 78
- Most wins: Ayrton Senna (6)
- Lap record: 1:12.909 (Lewis Hamilton, 2021)
Final Thoughts
The Monaco Grand Prix remains the most prestigious race on the F1 calendar. In 2025, with a tightly packed championship battle, changing weather, and a local hero looking to break his curse — this year’s race could deliver true Formula 1 theatre.
Whether you’re watching for the strategy, the chaos, or the sheer glamour — Monaco never disappoints.
