Monaco: The traditional and glamorous Monaco Grand Prix is to remain on the Formula One calendar until 2031 after a six-year extension from 2025 was agreed with the Automobile Club of Monaco (ACM), F1 said today. The Monaco GP was part of the first F1 season in 1950 and has been present since 1955, becoming one of the most famous sporting events in the world. F1 legends such as Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, and Niki Lauda have left their mark with wins in the narrow street circuit. This year (2024), Monaco-born Charles Leclerc joined the group with an emotional race at his home race.

According to Oman News Agency, F1 president Stefano Domenicali expressed his delight at the extension, emphasizing the unique nature of the Monte Carlo streets and the significance of the Monaco Grand Prix to drivers. There had been previous speculation that Monaco could be removed from the F1 calendar or make only sporadic appearances. Despite the glamour, races in the Principality haven’t been very exciting, as overtaking
is very difficult, especially with the current bigger F1 cars. Next season, the Monaco GP is to take place on 25 May 2025, while from 2026, the race is to be contested on the first full weekend of June.