F1 Drivers Gear Up for the Legendary Monaco Grand Prix**
The Formula 1 circus arrives in Monte Carlo this weekend for the crown jewel of the racing calendar—the Monaco Grand Prix. Steeped in history and glamour, this race is a must-win for every driver on the grid.
Only a handful of current drivers—Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Fernando Alonso, and hometown hero Charles Leclerc—have tasted victory on these iconic streets. Verstappen’s recent win in Italy has reignited his championship hopes, though McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris remain close behind. Meanwhile, Hamilton’s strong form in Imola has Ferrari fans hopeful as the seven-time champion returns to a track where he’s triumphed three times before.
Leclerc, fresh off a dominant performance in practice, looks poised for pole position—a crucial advantage given that five of the last six pole-sitters have won here. But with Hamilton showing speed and Verstappen always a threat, the battle for victory promises to be fierce.
How to Watch the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix
Race Date & Time:
📅 Sunday, May 25
⏰ 3 p.m. local time (Monaco) / 2 p.m. BST / 9 a.m. ET**
Live Streaming & TV Coverage
| Session | U.S. (ET) | U.K. (BST) | Australia (AEST) |
|————–|——————————-|——————————-|——————————-|
| Practice 1 | 7:30 a.m. (Fri) – ESPN 2, Fubo | 12:30 p.m. (Fri) – Sky Sports | 9:30 p.m. (Fri) – Fox Sports |
| Practice 2 | 11:00 a.m. (Fri) – ESPNews, Fubo | 4:00 p.m. (Fri) – Sky Sports | 1:00 a.m. (Sat) – Fox Sports |
| Practice 3 | 6:30 a.m. (Sat) – ESPN 2, Fubo | 11:30 a.m. (Sat) – Sky Sports | 8:30 p.m. (Sat) – Fox Sports |
| Qualifying | 10:00 a.m. (Sat) – ESPN 2, Fubo | 3:00 p.m. (Sat) – Sky Sports | 12:00 a.m. (Sun) – Fox Sports |
| Race | 9:00 a.m. (Sun) – ABC/ESPN+, Fubo | 2:00 p.m. (Sun) – Sky Sports | 11:00 p.m. (Sun) – Fox Sports |
U.S. Viewers: Catch the race on ABC or stream via ESPN+ (from $11.99/month).
U.K. Fans: Tune in on Sky Sports or Now TV.
Australian Audience: Watch on Fox Sports or Kayo Sports**.
Free Viewing Options
If you’re in Luxembourg (RTL Zwee), Belgium (RTBF), or Austria (Servus TV), you can watch the race for free!
Missed the Live Action?
- Official F1 YouTube posts 5-10 minute highlights shortly after the race.
- U.K. viewers can catch extended highlights on Channel 4 from 6:30 p.m. BST.
Watching from Abroad? Use a VPN
If you’re traveling, a VPN like NordVPN can help you access your usual stream.
Monaco GP Circuit & Records
- Track Length: 2.08 miles (3.34 km)
- Laps: 78
- Lap Record: Lewis Hamilton – 1:12.909 (2019)
Last Year’s Winner
🏆 Charles Leclerc (Ferrari, 2024)
Up Next: Spanish Grand Prix
The F1 season continues with the Spanish GP on June 1.
Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the race! 🚥🏎️
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