2013 Monaco Grand Prix Preview

It’s round six out of 19 and this weekend the Formula 1 stars descend on one of the best circuits to race on, Circuit de Monaco on the streets of Monte Carlo in Monaco!

Fans can watch this race from various positions around the track – the stands, the super expensive yachts and even from their own homes that are right next to the race track. It’s a spectacle to see the cars going around the track!

This circuit is known not only for its historical association with Formula 1 and glamorous parties but also for the amazing races we get every year. The tight and twisty 19 turn, 3.3 Km circuit has brilliant corners that push drivers to the limit every time they are out on track. Brake a fraction late and that’s it, race over! The barriers are just a few centimeters away and sometimes we see sparks flying when drivers push their cars to the absolute limit. And of course, the tunnel, which is a stand out on the Grand Prix Calender!

After Spain, it is clear that Red Bull and Mercedes are fastest in Qualifying and Ferrari, Lotus and Red Bull are strongest in the race. In Monaco, with overtaking being so difficult, a good grid position is really important if anyone wants to have a good race. In Qualifying, we can expect to see Mercedes on the front row along with a Red Bull.

Ferrari and Lotus need to look at improving their qualifying pace if they want to beat Red Bull at this track. Red Bull are the favorites to win again, having won the last three editions of the race. One reason why fans love watching Red Bull win is because of the after party on their energy station and the traditional jump that Webber, Vettel and Horner have taken in the past. In the mid-field, it’s still going to be Force India who have the upper hand. They will look forward to continuing their good form this season and try to keep the McLarens behind them. The Woking team will try to improve their performance and get a lot of points. Sauber, Williams and Torro Rosso will fight among themselves and maybe score a couple of points if we have non finishers in the top 5 teams.

This track could spring surprises like every year. The pack stays close to each other and this gives us some great battles up and down the field. The only problem is overtaking. It is so easy to brake late and crash into the barriers or ram into a car and this year will be no different.

Expect the race to be a cracker with lots of action and glamour. No wonder this circuit is loved by everyone. 78 laps of one of the most amazing circuits on the Grand Prix calender gets going this Sunday. Enjoy!