The FIA World Motor Sport Council has approved proposals for a mandatory two-stop strategy to be implemented at the Monaco Grand Prix.
It comes following a meeting between stakeholders on Wednesday, coinciding with the start of pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit.
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The change, which will apply to both wet and dry races, has been pushed through “with the primary intent of improving the sporting spectacle” of the event.
Drivers will now be required to use at least three sets of tyres in the race, with a minimum of two different tyre compounds to be used if conditions are dry.
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The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix is due to take place on the weekend of May 23-25.
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