After Lando Norris won the Monaco Grand Prix from pole position, Red Bull boss Christian Horner is pushing for significant changes in the Principality due to lack of variety between qualifying and race results. F1 introduced a new mandatory two-pitstop rule for the 2025 race, requiring drivers to use three sets of tyres across two compounds. The rule drew mixed reactions, with Horner acknowledging it made for a more interesting race, but he believes more drastic changes are needed to fix the Monaco GP’s predictability issue.
Horner suggested potentially altering the Monaco track layout to encourage overtaking, as the current layout is a product of the 1920s and has not kept pace with F1 car evolution. The growth of F1 cars over the years has made overtaking difficult due to their size, with Horner emphasizing the need for longer braking zones to aid overtaking chances. The upcoming F1 regulations for next year aim to reduce car size and weight to make racing more competitive, but teams are still adjusting to the changes.
Ultimately, addressing the track layout and adapting F1 cars to be more nimble could potentially solve the challenges faced in Monaco and enhance the overall racing experience in the future.
