Formula E - Monaco ePrix II

The Monaco ePrix II represents Round 10 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, taking place on the famous streets of Monte Carlo. This race forms part of a double-header weekend, with Formula E holding two consecutive races in Monaco for the first time. The event showcases the full Grand Prix layout of the Circuit de Monaco, bringing electric racing to one of motorsport's most celebrated locations.

Circuit de Monaco: The Full Grand Prix Layout

Formula E uses the complete Circuit de Monaco for this race. The track measures 3.337 km in length and features 19 turns. Drivers navigate through Casino Square, the Grand Hotel Hairpin (also known as the Fairmont Hairpin), and La Rascasse. The circuit includes the famous Monaco tunnel, creating a unique challenge that combines technical corners with high-speed sections.

The track demands precise energy management from teams and drivers. Steep hills and elevation changes test both car and driver. Each race consists of 51 laps, covering a total distance of 90.015 km. The street circuit configuration requires complete focus, as barriers line the entire route.

Teams and Drivers Competing

The Monaco ePrix II features the full grid of Formula E teams competing with the Gen3 Evo car. Andretti Formula E fields Jake Dennis and Felipe Drugovich. Citroën Racing enters Nick Cassidy and Jean-Éric Vergne. Cupra Kiro runs Josep Maria Martí and Dan Ticktum.

DS Penske competes with Maximilian Günther and Taylor Barnard. Envision Racing brings Sébastien Buemi and Joel Eriksson. Jaguar TCS Racing features Mitch Evans and António Félix da Costa. Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team enters Lucas Di Grassi and Zane Maloney.

Mahindra Racing fields Edoardo Mortara and Nyck De Vries. Nissan Formula E Team runs Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato. Porsche Formula E Team competes with Pascal Wehrlein and Nico Müller. Oliver Rowland arrives as the reigning world champion, while Porsche holds the teams' and manufacturers' championships.

Gen3 Evo Technology

The race uses the Gen3 Evo car, which represents a major step forward in electric racing technology. These cars accelerate from 0-60mph 30% faster than a current F1 car and 36% faster than the previous Gen3 car. The vehicles use all-weather Hankook iON tyres made from 35% recycled and sustainable materials.

PIT BOOST Feature

The race includes the mandatory PIT BOOST regulation. This element provides cars with a 10% energy increase (3.85kWh) through a 30-second, 600kW boost in the pit lane. Drivers must activate the PIT BOOST when their State of Charge sits between 40% and 60%. For races that include this mandatory pit boost stop, drivers take Attack Mode once instead of twice.

Qualifying Format

The qualifying format has been updated for this season. Group stage sessions run for ten minutes, shortened from twelve. The requirement for every driver to set a lap time in the first half of group qualifying has been removed, giving drivers more strategic options.

Monaco ePrix History

Monaco has hosted Formula E races since the inaugural season in 2014-2015. The first Monaco ePrix took place on May 9, 2015, marking the first Formula E race held in Europe. Initially, a shorter, modified version of the circuit was used, primarily around the harbor area.

The ePrix moved to a layout similar to the Formula 1 circuit in 2021. Since 2022, it has used the full Grand Prix layout, allowing Formula E to achieve parity with Formula 1 on this legendary track. Sébastien Buemi holds the record for most wins at Monaco ePrix, with three victories. The Monaco ePrix has consistently delivered intense races with multiple overtakes and close finishes.

What Makes Monaco ePrix II Special

This event marks the 10th edition of the Monaco ePrix. The race takes place in Monaco, the world's second-smallest country after Vatican City, with a land area of only two square kilometers. Despite the narrow streets, Formula E races have proven that overtaking is possible on this circuit, contrary to some expectations about street racing.

The Monaco ePrix II stands as a flagship round of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The event combines sporting performance with technological innovation and a commitment to sustainable mobility. The annual resurfacing of the circuit ensures optimal conditions for both the ePrix and the Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Beyond the racing action, the Monaco ePrix features a Fan Village located on Quai Antoine 1er. The village offers entertainment, simulators, live music, and activities for all ages, creating a comprehensive experience around the race weekend.

The double-header format brings twice the action to Monte Carlo. Two full race days mean fans can follow extensive track action across the weekend. This format promises compelling battles for championship points on one of motorsport's most challenging circuits.