The Monaco Grand Prix has long been nicknamed “the jewel in Formula 1’s crown” but for all the sparkle, the racing has often been dull.

The FIA has announced that ‘Monaco-specific regulations’ are being discussed, as part of the most recent F1 Commission meeting. Those in attendance agreed a rule proposal for increased mandatory pit stops in the race as a way of livening up the action,

Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso expressed skepticism about the proposal for mandatory pit stops during the Monaco Grand Prix, intended to make the races more exciting, stating that it is unlikely to change the competitive landscape.