The F3 is making its return to the Principality of Monaco, a first since 2005
Next weekend, contemporary Formula 3 cars will be racing on the streets of Monaco for the first time since 2005. Formula 3 drivers will compete for victory to determine who will succeed Lewis Hamilton, the most recent winner in Formula 3 at Monaco.
It has been since 2005 that the F3 has not raced on the legendary Monaco track, the junior category will make its grand comeback in the principality.
This weekend of May 28th, 2023 will take place the world-famous Monaco Grand Prix, where the F1 cars race through the walls of the Principality. As every year, we will find the FIA F2. But this year, spectators will also enjoy the lower category, the Formula 3.
Despite an 18-year absence, it was not always the case. In fact, between 1959 and 1997, the category was on the calendar every year, but outside the championship.
Among the winners in the principality, we find legends of sport, including Alain Prost, Jackie Stewart, and Stirling Moss, the first winner in Monaco in F3.
The last time the F3s participated in a Grand Prix on the streets of Monaco was in 2005. Both races were won by Lewis Hamilton, 2 years before he joined Formula 1.
After 2 Grand Prix, already a favorite for the title?
Among the 30 regular drivers in F3, the Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto stands out, being the prodigy from Trident who has won both main races and holds a 20-point lead over his competitors. However, nothing is set in stone as the F3 weekend can bring changes in the standings due to the points available in two races.
Regarding the constructors’ ranking, Trident is the most dominant team at the beginning of the season with 100 points ahead of Prema, who has 30 units less.
