The Monaco Grand Prix, first held in 1929, has become one of the most prestigious events in motorsport, renowned for its narrow streets, tight corners, and unforgiving barriers. As a staple of Formula 1 since its inception in 1950, the race demands absolute precision and control, making it a true test of skill and strategy. Its unique blend of glamour and difficulty has cemented its status as the crown jewel of racing, attracting global attention each year.
Over the decades, the Monaco Grand Prix has delivered countless memorable moments, from dramatic finishes to strategic masterclasses. The circuit’s challenging layout leaves no margin for error, often producing unpredictable outcomes that add to its allure. This year-by-year breakdown highlights each winner, reflecting the evolving nature of the race, advancements in technology, and the ever-changing competitive landscape of Formula 1.
Monaco Grand Prix Year-by-Year Winner
Juan Manuel Fangio won the first Monaco Grand Prix as part of the Formula 1 World Championship in 1950, mastering the challenging street circuit to claim victory. The latest edition in 2024 saw Charles Leclerc secure a historic win, triumphing on his home soil in front of an ecstatic Monaco crowd.
| Year | Driver |
|---|---|
| 1950 | Juan Manuel Fangio |
| 1951 | Not held due to budgetary concerns and a lack of regulations in Formula One |
| 1952 | Vittorio Marzotto |
| 1953 –1954 | Not held because car regulations were not finalized in Formula One |
| 1955 | Maurice Trintignant |
| 1956 | Stirling Moss |
| 1957 | Juan Manuel Fangio |
| 1958 | Maurice Trintignant |
| 1959 | Jack Brabham |
| 1960 | Stirling Moss |
| 1961 | Stirling Moss |
| 1962 | Bruce McLaren |
| 1963 | Graham Hill |
| 1964 | Graham Hill |
| 1965 | Graham Hill |
| 1966 | Jackie Stewart |
| 1967 | Denny Hulme |
| 1968 | Graham Hill |
| 1969 | Graham Hill |
| 1970 | Jochen Rindt |
| 1971 | Jackie Stewart |
| 1972 | Jean-Pierre Beltoise |
| 1973 | Jackie Stewart |
| 1974 | Ronnie Peterson |
| 1975 | Niki Lauda |
| 1976 | Niki Lauda |
| 1977 | Jody Scheckter |
| 1978 | Patrick Depailler |
| 1979 | Jody Scheckter |
| 1980 | Carlos Reutemann |
| 1981 | Gilles Villeneuve |
| 1982 | Riccardo Patrese |
| 1983 | Keke Rosberg |
| 1984 | Alain Prost |
| 1985 | Alain Prost |
| 1986 | Alain Prost |
| 1987 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1988 | Alain Prost |
| 1989 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1990 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1991 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1992 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1993 | Ayrton Senna |
| 1994 | Michael Schumacher |
| 1995 | Michael Schumacher |
| 1996 | Olivier Panis |
| 1997 | Michael Schumacher |
| 1998 | Mika Häkkinen |
| 1999 | Michael Schumacher |
| 2000 | David Coulthard |
| 2001 | Michael Schumacher |
| 2002 | David Coulthard |
| 2003 | Juan Pablo Montoya |
| 2004 | Jarno Trulli |
| 2005 | Kimi Räikkönen |
| 2006 | Fernando Alonso |
| 2007 | Fernando Alonso |
| 2008 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2009 | Jenson Button |
| 2010 | Mark Webber |
| 2011 | Sebastian Vettel |
| 2012 | Mark Webber |
| 2013 | Nico Rosberg |
| 2014 | Nico Rosberg |
| 2015 | Nico Rosberg |
| 2016 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2017 | Sebastian Vettel |
| 2018 | Daniel Ricciardo |
| 2019 | Lewis Hamilton |
| 2020 | Not held due to the COVID-19 pandemic |
| 2021 | Max Verstappen |
| 2022 | Sergio Pérez |
| 2023 | Max Verstappen |
| 2024 | Charles Leclerc |
Monaco Grand Prix Year-by-Year Constructor Winner
The first Monaco Grand Prix as part of the Formula 1 World Championship in 1950 was dominated by Alfa Romeo, with Juan Manuel Fangio securing victory and marking the brand’s early success in the sport. The latest edition in 2024 saw Ferrari emerge victorious, with Charles Leclerc claiming a historic home win, further cementing the Scuderia’s legacy at the legendary circuit.
| Year | Constructor |
|---|---|
| 1950 | Alfa Romeo |
| 1951 | Not held due to budgetary concerns and a lack of regulations in Formula One |
| 1952 | Ferrari |
| 1953–1954 | Not held because car regulations were not finalized in Formula One |
| 1955 | Ferrari |
| 1956 | Maserati |
| 1957 | Maserati |
| 1958 | Cooper-Climax |
| 1959 | Cooper-Climax |
| 1960 | Lotus-Climax |
| 1961 | Lotus-Climax |
| 1962 | Cooper-Climax |
| 1963 | BRM |
| 1964 | BRM |
| 1965 | BRM |
| 1966 | BRM |
| 1967 | Brabham-Repco |
| 1968 | Lotus-Ford |
| 1969 | Lotus-Ford |
| 1970 | Lotus-Ford |
| 1971 | Tyrrell-Ford |
| 1972 | BRM |
| 1973 | Tyrrell-Ford |
| 1974 | Lotus-Ford |
| 1975 | Ferrari |
| 1976 | Ferrari |
| 1977 | Wolf-Ford |
| 1978 | Tyrrell-Ford |
| 1979 | Ferrari |
| 1980 | Williams-Ford |
| 1981 | Ferrari |
| 1982 | Brabham-Ford |
| 1983 | Williams-Ford |
| 1984 | McLaren-TAG |
| 1985 | McLaren-TAG |
| 1986 | McLaren-TAG |
| 1987 | Lotus-Honda |
| 1988 | McLaren-Honda |
| 1989 | McLaren-Honda |
| 1990 | McLaren-Honda |
| 1991 | McLaren-Honda |
| 1992 | McLaren-Honda |
| 1993 | McLaren-Ford |
| 1994 | Benetton-Ford |
| 1995 | Benetton-Renault |
| 1996 | Ligier-Mugen-Honda |
| 1997 | Ferrari |
| 1998 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 1999 | Ferrari |
| 2000 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 2001 | Ferrari |
| 2002 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 2003 | Williams-BMW |
| 2004 | Renault |
| 2005 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 2006 | Renault |
| 2007 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 2008 | McLaren-Mercedes |
| 2009 | Brawn-Mercedes |
| 2010 | Red Bull-Renault |
| 2011 | Red Bull-Renault |
| 2012 | Red Bull-Renault |
| 2013 | Mercedes |
| 2014 | Mercedes |
| 2015 | Mercedes |
| 2016 | Mercedes |
| 2017 | Ferrari |
| 2018 | Red Bull Racing-TAG Heuer |
| 2019 | Mercedes |
| 2020 | Not held due to the COVID-19 pandemic |
| 2021 | Red Bull Racing-Honda |
| 2022 | Red Bull Racing-RBPT |
| 2023 | Red Bull Racing-Honda RBPT |
| 2024 | Ferrari |
Monaco Grand Prix Multiple Winners
Ayrton Senna is often regarded as the "King of Monaco" for his unmatched dominance at the prestigious street circuit, securing a record six victories between 1987 and 1993. His precision, skill, and fearless driving in Monte Carlo remain legendary, making him the ultimate master of the Monaco Grand Prix.
| Wins | Driver | Years won |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Ayrton Senna | 1987, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| 5 | Graham Hill | 1963, 1964, 1965, 1968, 1969 |
| Michael Schumacher | 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2001 | |
| 4 | Alain Prost | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988 |
| 3 | Stirling Moss | 1956, 1960, 1961 |
| Jackie Stewart | 1966, 1971, 1973 | |
| Nico Rosberg | 2013, 2014, 2015 | |
| Lewis Hamilton | 2008, 2016, 2019 | |
| 2 | Juan Manuel Fangio | 1950, 1957 |
| Maurice Trintignant | 1955, 1958 | |
| Niki Lauda | 1975, 1976 | |
| Jody Scheckter | 1977, 1979 | |
| David Coulthard | 2000, 2002 | |
| Fernando Alonso | 2006, 2007 | |
| Mark Webber | 2010, 2012 | |
| Sebastian Vettel | 2011, 2017 | |
| Max Verstappen | 2021, 2023 |
Monaco Grand Prix Multiple Constructor Winners
| Wins | Constructor | Years won |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | McLaren | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2008 |
| 11 | Ferrari | 1952, 1955, 1975, 1976, 1979, 1981, 1997, 1999, 2001, 2017, 2024 |
| 7 | Lotus | 1960, 1961, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1974, 1987 |
| Red Bull | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023 | |
| 5 | BRM | 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1972 |
| 5 | Mercedes | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019 |
| 3 | Cooper | 1958, 1959, 1962 |
| Tyrrell | 1971, 1973, 1978 | |
| Williams | 1980, 1983, 2003 | |
| 2 | Brabham | 1967, 1982 |
| Benetton | 1994, 1995 | |
| Renault | 2004, 2006 | |
| 2 | Maserati | 1956, 1957 |
FAQ's on Monaco Grand Prix Winners
A. The first Monaco Grand Prix took place in 1929, and it became part of the Formula 1 World Championship in 1950.
A. Ayrton Senna holds the record for the most Monaco Grand Prix victories, with six wins between 1987 and 1993.
A. McLaren has won the most Monaco Grand Prix races, with 15 victories to its name.
A. Charles Leclerc won the Monaco Grand Prix in 2024, claiming a historic victory for Ferrari on his home circuit.
A. The Monaco Grand Prix consists of 78 laps around the 3.337 km (2.074 miles) circuit.
