Live coverage of Monaco Grand Prix 2025: British start time, qualifying outcomes, weather forecast, and streaming details – Lando Norris clinches pole with a history-making lap.
This weekend, the illustrious Monaco Grand Prix returns to the Formula 1 calendar, taking center stage as the most prestigious race of the season. The iconic Monte Carlo track, steeped in history and opulence, remains a crowning jewel in the F1 calendar.
Many drivers consider standing on the top step of the podium in Monaco their ideal victory, due to the race's rich history and the allure of success in a city synonymous with glitz and glamour. Monaco's original Grand Prix, first held in 1929, has only undergone minor changes over the years, preserving its unique charm.
However, the age-old circuit has proven to be a double-edged sword. While the lack of modernization helps preserve Monaco's historical significance, it has also diminished the event's spectacle on the track. Modern F1 cars are larger and heavier than their predecessors, posing challenges at the tight and narrow Monte Carlo track.
Overtaking is a rare occurrence at the 3.337 km street circuit, which winds through the streets of Monte Carlo and La Condamine. The Monaco GP averages just ten overtakes per race over the past decade, making qualifying the most critical session of the season.
British driver Lando Norris set a new record with a blistering lap of 1:09:954 in qualifying, narrowly surpassing Lewis Hamilton's previous record of 1:10:166. Norris leads the grid ahead of the race, which promises to be an intriguing battle on the iconic streets of Monaco.
The race weekend commences on Friday, boasting two practice sessions starting at 12:30 pm and 4 pm UK time. A third practice session is scheduled for 11:30 am on Saturday, followed by qualifying at 3 pm. The Grand Prix will commence at 2 pm on Sunday, with a dry weather forecast predicting temperatures of around 22°C.
Among the recent winners at the Monaco Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc won last year, followed by Max Verstappen in 2023. The races of the past decade have averaged just ten overtakes, necessitating drivers to excel in qualifying to secure pole position and maximize their chances of a victory.
The race will air live on Sky Sports F1, with coverage beginning at 12:30 pm on Sunday. Sky customers can live stream the race via their mobile, tablet, or computer devices. Channel Four will broadcast highlights later in the evening. Tom Clayton will provide updates on talkSPORT, and you can tune in through the website or talkSPORT app.
The starting grid for the Monaco Grand Prix is as follows:
- Lando Norris, McLaren
- Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
- Oscar Piastri, McLaren
- Max Verstappen, Red Bull
- Isack Hadjar, Racing Bulls
- Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin
- Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
- Esteban Ocon, Haas
- Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls
- Alex Albon, Williams
- Carlos Sainz, Williams
- Yuki Tsunoda, Red Bull
- Nico Hulkenberg, Sauber
- George Russell, Mercedes
- Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
- Gabriel Bortoleto, Sauber
- Pierre Gasly, Alpine
- Franco Colapinto, Alpine
- Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
- Oliver Bearman, Haas
As the race weekend unfolds, the glitz and glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix will once again take center stage, with qualifying holding the key to a competitive race result.
Football fans might find an alternative source of excitement this weekend, as the F1 betting markets heat up with the return of the Monaco Grand Prix. The thrilling spectacle of the Monaco GP, known for its scarcity of overtakes, adds an extra layer of intrigue for those who enjoy predicting the final podium.
