Have you been away from your phone for 24 hours or been busy with other things? No problem, News.MC has you covered! Here are the five stories that have defined Monaco Grand Prix weekend so far…
1. Antonelli is the story of the season
The 19-year-old Mercedes star delivered another statement performance by securing pole position. Already the championship leader after winning the last four races, Antonelli now has a golden opportunity to add Monaco to his rapidly growing list of achievements.
2. Ferrari’s hopes are still alive
Despite topping much of the practice running, Ferrari could only manage third and fourth on the grid with Lewis Hamilton ahead of Charles Leclerc. Around Monaco, however, strategy, starts and safety cars can change everything.
3. The celebrities have arrived
Kim and Khloé Kardashian grabbed most of the headlines, but they were just part of the star-studded cast descending on Monaco. Former Formula 1 drivers, musicians, influencers and VIP guests packed the paddock and hospitality suites as the Grand Prix once again proved it is as much a cultural event as a sporting one.
4. Monaco has turned into one giant fan zone
From packed grandstands and simulator challenges to limited-edition merchandise and waterfront viewing platforms, the atmosphere across the Principality has been as much a spectacle as the racing itself.
5. The entire Principality is on Grand Prix duty
Behind the glamour, hundreds of Red Cross volunteers, firefighters, doctors, nurses and security personnel are working around the clock to keep the world’s most famous race running safely and smoothly.
