Monaco shuts the door on Leclerc's track idea ahead of its first F1 Sprint
Published on: Monday 12 October 2026
Monaco has ruled out making changes to its Formula 1 circuit to improve overtaking, despite the principality preparing to host its first-ever Sprint weekend in 2027. The decision puts an end to suggestions such as Charles Leclerc's proposal to extend the circuit near Portier, with organisers determined to preserve the historic layout.