Formula 1 has overhauled its iconic Monaco Grand Prix to spice up strategy and safety. For the first time, every driver must make two mandatory pit stops and use at least three tyre sets with two different compounds in dry conditions, aiming to foster varied tactics and overtakes .

Major resurfacing work on three track sections and upgraded safety fencing will improve grip and protection . Curfew rules are relaxed, and track‑limit protocols tightened to suit the tight Monaco schedule and unique street layout . Below, you’ll find the full rundown of these revisions and the weekend timetable.

Mandatory Two‑Stop Strategy

For the first time in Monaco, every car must pit twice, whether it’s raining or baking hot.

Teams will now require at least three sets of tyres, using two different compounds on a dry day — a stark change from one‑stop races of recent years.
The FIA’s goal is to diversify tactical play in a venue where passing is famously tricky.

Circuit Surface Upgrades

In the name of safety and performance, three stretches of the Circuit de Monaco have been freshly resurfaced:

From the exit of Turn 4 to Turn 6 entry
From Turn 6 exit to Turn 10 entry
From Turn 19 exit around to Turn 1 exit

Enhanced Safety Fencing

Between Turns 13 and 15 on the left‑hand side, the fencing now sports a 45 degree-angled upper section, bolstering driver protection against debris.

DRS Zone and Track‑Limit Rules

The DRS zone stays put: detection lies 80 m after Turn 16, activation 18 m past Turn 19.

Escape‑road users at Turns 10–11 must only rejoin on green marshal lights, reinforcing safe re‑entries on narrow streets

Curfew Adjustments for Teams

Monaco’s tight logistics prompted the FIA to relax team curfews, with details shared privately to accommodate the jam‑packed Grand Prix weekend.

Weekend Schedule (Local Times UTC+2)

Friday, 23 May

Practice 1: 13:30 – 14:30
Practice 2: 17:00 – 18:00

Saturday, 24 May

Practice 3: 12:30 – 13:30
Qualifying: 16:00 – 17:00

Sunday, 25 May

Race start: 15:00 (78 laps)

Key References

FIA World Motor Sport Council confirms two‑stop rule
Pirelli and Automobile Club de Monaco details on tyre strategy
Circuit resurfacing and safety upgrade
Track‑limit and DRS zone specifics
Curfew regulation adjustments