The sixth event of the Formula One calendar takes place at the Circuit de Monaco which is laid out on the city streets of Monte Carlo around the harbour of the principality of Monaco and is probably the ultimate test of driver skill in Formula One.Today’s street circuit features many elevation shifts, tight corners and is generally a narrow course. It is demanding, requires maximum downforce and features twists and turns that will test the concentration and consistency of both drivers and team members alike.
The inaugural Monaco Grand Prix was held in 1929. Since then the event has kept many of its traditions, including its unique timetable, where the race weekend starts on Wednesday, takes a break on Friday, and then resumes on Saturday.
CHANGES TO THE CIRCUIT SINCE 2008
• The guardrail on the left after turn 18 has been extended.
• A number of higher and more robust debris fences have been installed.
• The road between Monte Carlo avenue and Madone avenue, between Portier’s bend and the ‘Bureau de tabac’ bend as well as the escape lane at the Mirabeau bend have been resurfaced.
• Parts of the tyre protection system have been replaced by the TECPRO system.
CIRCUIT DE MONACO – INTERESTING FACTS
• The construction of the circuit takes up to six weeks and a further three weeks are required to dismantle it.
• 1100 tons of grandstands, 33 km of safety rails, 20.000 m2 of wire netting and 5000 protection tyres are used.
Circuit data
Length of lap: 3.340km
Offset: 0.000km
Total number of race laps: 78
Total race distance: 206.520km
Speed limits in the pit lane: 60km/h during practice sessions; 100km/h during race
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