Monaco Grand Prix extends contract to 2031 and shifts dates to avoid Indy 500 clash

racer.com — November 14, 2024 at 03:01 PM UTC

The Monaco Grand Prix will remain part of the Formula 1 calendar until 2031, following a contract extension. The race will now take place on the first full weekend of June each year, starting in 2026, avoiding a clash with the Indianapolis 500. Previously scheduled for late May, the Monaco Grand Prix will shift its dates to align with a standard Friday-Sunday format. This change aims to improve logistics and reduce environmental impact, supporting F1's sustainability goals. Next year's race will still occur on the original May 23-25 weekend, as the 2025 calendar is already set. The extension highlights the ongoing partnership between Monaco and Formula 1, emphasizing the significance of the event for the principality.

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