Calls for a significant revision of the regulations, particularly for Monaco, spearheaded by Lewis Hamilton may include three required pit stops.
The seven-time world champion, who also happens to be a resident of the principality, expressed the disappointment of many drivers and TV watchers throughout the globe when he said that “people were falling asleep” during Sunday’s race, which was won by hometown hero Charles Leclerc through tears at a tortoise’s pace.
Max Verstappen commented that he should have brought a pillow with him, and Hamilton agreed with him. “It wasn’t very exciting,” the seventh-place finisher from Britain stated.
“Everyone drove incredibly slowly.” Thus, it was irrelevant whatever tire you were using. We were traveling at a speed of only seconds.
“I am at a loss for words.” You should report that. People were definitely nodding out.
Lewis Hamilton has led calls for a major revamp of the rules specifically for Monaco
We can run a whole race on our tires. We need to find ways to liven things up because these tires are too harsh. Perhaps an obligatory three stops will help.
One first-lap collision ruined the grand prix. After realizing that overtaking was nearly impossible on the small roads, all drivers changed their tires right away (two compounds must be used in a race according to regulations). They then hobbled half-heartedly to the finish line an hour and a quarter later.
Hamilton spoke for many drivers when he said ‘people were falling asleep’ watching the race
Leclerc of Ferrari was able to steal the lead and win in Austria for the first time since 2022 as a result.
Verstappen remarked of the few fleeting opportunities, “We all know what it is like in Monaco.” The breadth of the cars has made it even more challenging in recent years, but this is nothing new.
The Dutchman responded, “First, I would like to make a few little changes to Monaco because that would make it even more exciting,” when asked if he thought the event should be cancelled.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc took advantage of a first-lap crash to claim victory in his home-town
“The weekend is great overall, but Sundays are a little boring.” Even though the environment is still beautiful, it would be nice to discover a method to race a little bit more. That would be my first choice for a solution.
After the race’s 2019 edition, the Automobile Club de Monaco, the race’s organizers, and Formula One are reportedly in talks to extend the race’s run on the calendar for approximately £20 million.
