FIA Confirms monaco grand prix Disqualification Ra....

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The FIA has officially confirmed the new tyre regulation penalties that will apply to all Formula 1 teams participating in the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. This update to the Sporting Regulations introduces a mandatory two-stop rule intended to improve the entertainment value of the race held at the iconic Monte Carlo street circuit.

As part of the revised rules, every driver must now complete at least two pit stops during the race. This regulation was approved by the World Motor Sport Council and added to the official F1 Sporting Regulations. The intention behind the change is to increase on-track action and create more unpredictable race strategies at a circuit notorious for its lack of overtaking opportunities.

Failure to comply with this mandatory requirement will carry serious consequences. According to Article 30.5 m) of the updated Sporting Regulations, any driver who does not make the required two pit stops during the Monaco Grand Prix will face disqualification. However, there is an exception: if the race is suspended and cannot be restarted, disqualification will be replaced by a time penalty.

In such a case where the race ends under suspension, a 30-second time penalty will be added to the race time of any driver who failed to use at least two different types of dry-weather tyres or who did not run on at least three sets of tyres of any specification. Additionally, if a driver used only one tyre set for the entire race, another 30-second penalty will be added to their total time.

This regulation change is part of a broader effort to inject more excitement into the Monaco Grand Prix, which has drawn criticism in recent years for its processional nature. Due to the tight and narrow layout of the street circuit, overtaking opportunities are minimal, making race outcomes heavily dependent on qualifying results and pit strategies.

Issues with traffic and congestion during practice sessions have further highlighted the circuit’s challenges. During the 2025 opening practice, several drivers complained about being impeded by slower cars, including local favorite Charles Leclerc, who had a minor collision with Lance Stroll’s Aston Martin.

Despite the criticisms, the Monaco Grand Prix remains a staple on the F1 calendar. The event recently secured a new six-year contract with Formula 1, ensuring its place in the championship until at least 2031.

The FIA hopes the new mandatory two-stop rule will bring added strategic depth and unpredictability to the race, helping to maintain its appeal and excitement for fans and teams alike.