F1 2018: Monaco GP Driver Ratings - Ricciardo top, Verstappen impresses and more

#4 Renault

F1 Grand Prix of Monaco

Nico Hulkenberg - 8th

Despite Nico Hulkenberg failing to catch Pierre Gasly up ahead throughout most of the race, eighth place was a strong finish by the German.

Hulkenberg will be relieved to finally finish a full race after the retirements he conceded in Spain and Azerbaijan over the last month.

He had Max Verstappen on his tale over the last few laps but was able to stay ahead for the chequered flag.

Driver rating: 6/10

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Carlos Sainz - 10th

It wasn't such a bad weekend for Carlos Sainz on and off the track.

Before Sunday's race had begun, Sainz was delighted to see his favourite football team Real Madrid beat Liverpool to win the UEFA Champions League on the night before the race.

It was something to be upbeat about before going behind the wheel for Sunday's showdown.

There was a nice teamwork moment when Sainz let Hulkenberg through to give the German an opportunity to close down Pierre Gasly. Hulkenberg responded: "Thank you," on the team radio.

Driver rating: 5/10