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F1 Race Review

2026 Monaco Grand Prix

Monaco Dry race, 23°C at the start

6.0 /10

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Final score, updated 25 Oct 2026

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Verdict

The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix was an eventful afternoon that leaned more toward chaos than pure wheel-to-wheel racing, fitting for its historic narrow streets. The race character was defined by a high rate of attrition and dramatic technical failures right from the start, followed by a mid-race period of stabilization that was eventually shattered by late-race incidents. A rare red flag was triggered near the end due to a track surface failure and repeat accidents at the final corner, setting up a tense standing restart for the closing laps. While overtaking was predictably difficult, the high volume of penalties for pit lane speeding and various mechanical retirements constantly shuffled the order, making it a race of survival that rewarded those who could keep their cars out of the barriers and the stewards' room.

Measured signals

Signal Value vs archive
Rain No -100%
Overtakes (top 10) 7 -64%
Overtakes (total) 9 -79%
Lead Changes 0 -100%
Grid Movement 47.0 +58%
Interruptions 3 +105%
Retirements 7 +164%
Winning Margin 6.3s -27%
Podium Gap 17.1s +105%
Strategy Variety 5 +81%
Compounds Used 1 -10%
Pit Stops 4.3 +122%
Teams in Top 5 5 +39%

Race assessment

Lead Battle 1.2 ±0.2
Late Drama 6.3 ±0.9
Unpredictability 5.7 ±0.2
Midfield Racing 3.8 ±0.2
Stakes 7.0 ±0.4

Race weather

No rain was measured at the track during the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.

Dry measured at the track

23°C At the start

Race

  1. 14:00 Mainly clear 24°C Rain at the track 0 min
  2. 15:00 Overcast 23°C Rain at the track 0 min
  3. 16:00 Overcast 23°C Rain at the track 0 min
  4. 17:00 Partly cloudy 23°C Rain at the track 0 min

Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix worth watching?

The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix was an eventful afternoon that leaned more toward chaos than pure wheel-to-wheel racing, fitting for its historic narrow streets. The race character was defined by a high rate of attrition and dramatic technical failures right from the start, followed by a mid-race period of stabilization that was eventually shattered by late-race incidents. A rare red flag was triggered near the end due to a track surface failure and repeat accidents at the final corner, setting up a tense standing restart for the closing laps. While overtaking was predictably difficult, the high volume of penalties for pit lane speeding and various mechanical retirements constantly shuffled the order, making it a race of survival that rewarded those who could keep their cars out of the barriers and the stewards' room.

What was the score for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix?

The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix scored 6.0/10. The score combines timing data, such as overtakes, interruptions and tyre strategy, with a review of how the race played out.

Did it rain during the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix?

No, the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix was dry. Temperature at lights out: 23 °C.

Detailed analysis

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Ai Assessment

6.1

The automated assessment of the race landed in the mid-range with a score of 5.79. This reflects a balance between the high mechanical attrition and the historically low overtaking numbers typical of this circuit.

Race Interruptions

7.5

The session saw three significant interruptions, resulting in a high impact score for this dimension. These incidents disrupted the rhythm of the race, which is a frequent occurrence on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo.

Team Variety

10.0

The final results showcased impressive variety among the top finishers, with five different constructors represented in the top five positions. Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull, McLaren, and Racing Bulls all secured points at the front of the field.

Grid Chaos

6.0

With a score of 5.99, the race featured a moderate level of deviation from the starting order. While track position remains king in Monaco, enough movement occurred through the field to influence the final classification.

Top3 Gap

7.0

The battle for the podium remained relatively tight, with the gap between the top three finishers measured at just over six seconds. This proximity kept the pressure on the leaders throughout the duration of the event.

Dnf Factor

10.0

Seven drivers failed to reach the chequered flag, resulting in a maximum score for this dimension. This high level of attrition highlights the unforgiving nature of the barriers and potential mechanical strain during the weekend.

Tyre Strategy Variety

10.0

Strategy played a pivotal role in the proceedings, as teams utilized five distinct tactical approaches to navigate the race. This variety provided the primary mechanism for movement in a race where on-track passing is notoriously difficult.

Unique Tyre Compounds

5.0

Data indicates that a single tyre compound dominated the strategy during the session. This lack of compound variation limited the tactical divergence usually seen when multiple tyre types are in play.

Overtakes Top10

1.9

Overtaking within the top ten was extremely limited, with only six successful maneuvers recorded. This low figure is consistent with the tight confines of the Monaco circuit where positions are mostly won or lost in the pits.

Overtakes Total

1.3

The race recorded a total of ten overtakes across the entire field, leading to a very low score for this metric. The lack of passing opportunities reinforces the circuit's reputation as a track where qualifying and strategy dictate the outcome.

Rain Factor

0.0

Weather was not a factor during the event, as the race remained entirely dry. The lack of precipitation meant teams did not have to contend with changing grip levels or wet-weather tire transitions.

Tyre strategies

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  • Soft
  • Medium
  • Hard

78 laps

  1. 1 Antonelli Medium, laps 1–36 (36 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 37–60 (24 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 61–65 (5 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  2. 2 Hamilton Medium, laps 1–27 (27 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 28–59 (32 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 60–60 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 61–65 (5 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  3. 3 Hadjar Medium, laps 1–31 (31 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 32–59 (28 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 60–65 (6 laps, used tyres); Hard, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  4. 4 Piastri Medium, laps 1–47 (47 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 48–58 (11 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 59–59 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 60–65 (6 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  5. 5 Lawson Medium, laps 1–43 (43 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 44–59 (16 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 60–65 (6 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  6. 6 Lindblad Medium, laps 1–58 (58 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 59–64 (6 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  7. 7 Gasly Medium, laps 1–44 (44 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 45–59 (15 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 60–65 (6 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 66–67 (2 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  8. 8 Albon Medium, laps 1–42 (42 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 43–58 (16 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 59–64 (6 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  9. 9 Ocon Medium, laps 1–8 (8 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 9–58 (50 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 59–64 (6 laps, used tyres); Hard, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  10. 10 Perez Soft, laps 1–3 (3 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 4–8 (5 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 9–58 (50 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 59–64 (6 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  11. 11 Alonso Medium, laps 1–2 (2 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 3–57 (55 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 58–58 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 59–64 (6 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, used tyres)
  12. 12 Bortoleto Soft, laps 1–1 (1 lap, new tyres); Hard, laps 1–42 (42 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 43–57 (15 laps, new tyres); Medium, laps 58–58 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 59–64 (6 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 65–66 (2 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  13. 13 Russell Medium, laps 1–30 (30 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 31–59 (29 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 60–65 (6 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 66–67 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 68–71 (4 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 72–78 (7 laps, used tyres)
  14. 14 Hulkenberg Medium, laps 1–11 (11 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 12–57 (46 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 58–58 (1 lap, new tyres); Hard, laps 59–64 (6 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  15. 15 Colapinto Medium, laps 1–34 (34 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 35–58 (24 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 59–64 (6 laps, used tyres); Hard, laps 65–66 (2 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–78 (11 laps, new tyres)
  16. 16 Sainz Medium, laps 1–51 (51 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 52–58 (7 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 59–64 (6 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 65–66 (2 laps, used tyres); Soft, laps 67–67 (1 lap, new tyres); Soft, laps 68–70 (3 laps, used tyres)
  17. 17 Leclerc Medium, laps 1–34 (34 laps, new tyres); Hard, laps 35–59 (25 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 60–60 (1 lap, used tyres); Soft, laps 61–64 (4 laps, used tyres)
  18. 18 Stroll Medium, laps 1–3 (3 laps, new tyres); Soft, laps 4–56 (53 laps, new tyres)
  19. 19 Norris Medium, laps 1–43 (43 laps, new tyres)
  20. 20 Bearman Medium, laps 1–1 (1 lap, new tyres); Hard, laps 1–27 (27 laps, new tyres)
  21. 21 Bottas Soft, laps 1–1 (1 lap, new tyres); Medium, laps 1–15 (15 laps, new tyres)
  22. 22 Verstappen Medium, laps 1–1 (1 lap, new tyres)

Results and standings

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Driver results

Pos Driver
1
Kimi ANTONELLI
Kimi ANTONELLI
Mercedes / Finished
2
Lewis HAMILTON
Lewis HAMILTON
Ferrari / Finished
3
Isack HADJAR
Isack HADJAR
Red Bull Racing / Finished
4
Oscar PIASTRI
Oscar PIASTRI
McLaren / Finished
5
Liam LAWSON
Liam LAWSON
Racing Bulls / Finished
6
Arvid LINDBLAD
Arvid LINDBLAD
Racing Bulls / Finished
7
Pierre GASLY
Pierre GASLY
Alpine / Finished
8
Alexander ALBON
Alexander ALBON
Williams / Finished
9
Esteban OCON
Esteban OCON
Haas F1 Team / Finished
10
Sergio PEREZ
Sergio PEREZ
Cadillac / Finished
11
Fernando ALONSO
Fernando ALONSO
Aston Martin / Finished
12
Gabriel BORTOLETO
Gabriel BORTOLETO
Audi / Finished
13
George RUSSELL
George RUSSELL
Mercedes / Finished
14
Nico HULKENBERG
Nico HULKENBERG
Audi / Finished
15
Franco COLAPINTO
Franco COLAPINTO
Alpine / Finished
16
Carlos SAINZ
Carlos SAINZ
Williams / DNF
17
Charles LECLERC
Charles LECLERC
Ferrari / DNF
18
Lance STROLL
Lance STROLL
Aston Martin / DNF
19
Lando NORRIS
Lando NORRIS
McLaren / DNF
20
Oliver BEARMAN
Oliver BEARMAN
Haas F1 Team / DNF
21
Valtteri BOTTAS
Valtteri BOTTAS
Cadillac / DNF
22
Max VERSTAPPEN
Max VERSTAPPEN
Red Bull Racing / DNF

Driver standings

PosDriverPtsWins
1
Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Mercedes
156 5
2
Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton
Ferrari
90 0
3
George Russell
George Russell
Mercedes
88 1
4
Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc
Ferrari
75 0
5
Oscar Piastri
Oscar Piastri
McLaren
60 0
6
Lando Norris
Lando Norris
McLaren
58 0
7
Max Verstappen
Max Verstappen
Red Bull
43 0
8
Isack Hadjar
Isack Hadjar
Red Bull
29 0
9
Liam Lawson
Liam Lawson
RB F1 Team
26 0
10
Pierre Gasly
Pierre Gasly
Alpine F1 Team
26 0
11
Oliver Bearman
Oliver Bearman
Haas F1 Team
18 0
12
Franco Colapinto
Franco Colapinto
Alpine F1 Team
15 0
13
Arvid Lindblad
Arvid Lindblad
RB F1 Team
13 0
14
Carlos Sainz
Carlos Sainz
Williams
6 0
15
Alexander Albon
Alexander Albon
Williams
5 0
16
Esteban Ocon
Esteban Ocon
Haas F1 Team
3 0
17
Gabriel Bortoleto
Gabriel Bortoleto
Audi
2 0
18
Sergio Pérez
Sergio Pérez
Cadillac F1 Team
1 0
19
Nico Hülkenberg
Nico Hülkenberg
Audi
0 0
20
Fernando Alonso
Fernando Alonso
Aston Martin
0 0
21
Valtteri Bottas
Valtteri Bottas
Cadillac F1 Team
0 0
22
Lance Stroll
Lance Stroll
Aston Martin
0 0

Constructor standings

PosTeamPtsWins
1
Mercedes
Mercedes
244 6
2
Ferrari
Ferrari
165 0
3
McLaren
McLaren
118 0
4
Red Bull
Red Bull
72 0
5
Alpine F1 Team
Alpine F1 Team
41 0
6
RB F1 Team
RB F1 Team
39 0
7
Haas F1 Team
Haas F1 Team
21 0
8
Williams
Williams
11 0
9
Audi
Audi
2 0
10
Cadillac F1 Team
Cadillac F1 Team
1 0
11
Aston Martin
Aston Martin
0 0

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