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Charles Leclerc has said F1 must be “open-minded” about the potential mandatory rule of additional pit stops to the Monaco Grand Prix if the plan does not work in reality.
The Formula 1 Commission has agreed to introduce a new regulation requiring additional pit stops to enhance excitement at Monaco Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc’s home race. Monaco, a historic street circuit hosting races since 1929, has been under scrutiny for its compatibility with modern wider F1 cars post-2017. Despite being shorter than other tracks by 45 kilometers, Monaco has enjoyed certain exceptions due to its prestige. Leclerc, the 2021 Monaco GP winner, supports the new rule for enhancing strategic elements but suggests dropping it if ineffective. Both Leclerc and Fernando Alonso acknowledge the potential impact of multiple pit stops on race dynamics, showing openness to adapt based on the outcomes.
