Enforcing a two-stop minimum for the Monaco Grand Prix could be seen as a contrivance, but it could also add an interesting plot twist if Formula 1 had approved it 50 years ago. The impact of requiring each driver to make an additional stop is unknown and could have significant consequences or no effect at all.
Drivers are not required to use the C6 tire with the second stop but can decide based on race conditions. Strategies will vary across the field, with frontrunners being more cautious while drivers at the back may opt for an early stop for clear track.
Teams are experienced in analyzing different scenarios and adjusting their strategies accordingly, especially in Monaco where track position is crucial. Nico Hulkenberg noted that the outcome will depend on various factors, including starting position and race incidents.
Decisions on pit stops will vary depending on the drivers’ positions and interactions on track, with teams having to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Strategy plays a significant role in gaining an advantage, whether through undercuts, overcuts, or early pit stops to build a lead.
