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4mo ago

Monaco GP to Debut Mandatory Two-Stop Rule in Strategy Overhaul

The FIA introduces a unique regulation requiring two pit stops and diverse tyre usage to address the lack of overtaking on Monaco's narrow circuit.

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Fernando Alonso beim Qualifying in Monaco.

Overview

  • The 2025 Monaco GP will enforce a new rule mandating at least two pit stops per driver, a first for Formula 1.
  • Drivers must use three tyre sets across at least two different compounds, aiming to encourage varied strategies and disrupt processional racing.
  • The regulation was introduced after the 2024 Monaco GP was widely criticized for its lack of excitement following a red-flag-induced single-stop race.
  • Experts caution that without fixed pit windows, teams may front-load their pit stops, potentially leading to strategic confusion rather than increased overtaking.
  • While the new rule aims to enhance the spectacle, the fundamental challenge of limited overtaking opportunities on Monaco's tight streets remains unresolved.