The FIA have proposed a change to the Monaco Grand Prix using a number of mandatory pit stops to improve the racing. In the past—such as 2024—an early red flag meant all teams could change tires and not stop again and this leads to processional racing on the narrow streets of Monaco.
The idea would be to mandate a number of stops to increase the strategy, passing and running order—as well as mistakes on pit road—to spice up the show. The number of stops is to be determined but the FIA believes this may improve the Monaco GP entertainment value.
There have been many criticism about teams being able to change tires and make car repairs under red-flag conditions but like any flag in F1, some benefit and others don’t. The nature of the Monaco circuit may exacerbate that issue and the FIA look to resolve it.
FIA Commission Decisions:
Changes were approved for the 2025 Technical, Sporting and Financial Regulations ahead of the 2025 season, the most important ones of which are listed below:
- New, more stringent, deflection tests on front wing will be introduced from the Spanish Grand Prix onward.
- New, more stringent, deflection tests on the rear wing from the start of the season.
- Finalization of the driver cooling system following work carried out between the FIA and the Formula 1 teams, supported by changes to define when such systems must be used.
- Removal of the limitations in the number of gearboxes used by teams, as the reliability of current designs renders this restriction obsolete.
- A number of revisions and clarifications to Sprint and Race start procedures, including those covering the aborted start.
Furthermore, with the aim of promoting better racing at the Monaco Grand Prix, the commission discussed proposals for Monaco-specific regulations. The commission agreed to increase the numbers of mandatory pit stops in the Race. These proposals will be further discussed by the Sporting Advisory Committee in the coming weeks.
The FIA provided an update on the regulatory drafting process for the 2026 Regulations with an increased focus on section C (Technical Regulations). The commission highlighted the contribution of all teams and power unit manufacturers in refining aerodynamic performance and ensuring more efficient energy management for the next generation Formula 1 cars.
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Yetch! If they want it “Spiced Up” I’d much prefer having to run all 3 slicks in a dry race, minimum of 5 laps each (with exception of puncture). Seems like a much better and more strategy involved solution.