Monaco Grand Prix TV schedule and timetable
After Max Verstappen's success at Imola, F1 continues its European tour on the streets of Monaco. Two pit stops are now compulsory on this circuit, where overtaking is virtually impossible. Here's the complete TV program to follow all the Monaco Grand Prix sessions.
Formula 1 is preparing to invade the streets of Monaco for the eighth round of the 2025 championship, from May 23 to 25. After the twists and turns of Imola, the F1 circus settles in the Principality for what remains, nevertheless, the crowning event of the calendar. The essentials to know to not miss anything of the event.
Verstappen is getting closer
Max Verstappen's success in Imola has changed the dynamics of the championship. The Dutchman (124 points) is now only 22 points behind Oscar Piastri (146 points), who remains the leader. Lando Norris (133 points) is now only 13 points behind his McLaren teammate. George Russell follows from a distance with 99 points.
On the constructors' side, McLaren (279 points) leads with a 132-point advantage over Mercedes (147 points), which is closely followed by Red Bull (131 points) and Ferrari (114 points), so nothing is decided yet. This Monaco event could well shake up the standings for the future.
The strategic revolution: two mandatory stops
For the first time, drivers will be required to make two mandatory pit stops during the Monaco Grand Prix. This decision by the governing bodies aims to create more spectacle on a circuit traditionally prone to processional races.
The teams will also have to use three different types of tires during the race, even in the rain. This rule change will force the teams to completely rethink their approach to the 78 laps of the event.
Leclerc in search of a historic double
Charles Leclerc, finally victorious at home in 2024 after several years of bad luck, will attempt to achieve a rare feat by winning twice in a row in his hometown. Despite Ferrari's inconsistent performances, the Monaco circuit could offer the Italian team a chance to stand out.
Lewis Hamilton, after his encouraging fourth place at Imola, hopes to confirm the progress of his Ferrari. Mercedes, however, is coming off a complicated weekend with Russell seventh and an Antonelli forced to retire. The Brackley team will aim for a better result this time, to stay in the fight against McLaren and keep Red Bull at bay in the constructors' championship.
The weather could interfere.
The forecasts predict a relatively cool weekend with temperatures between 18°C and 21°C. While Sunday should remain dry and sunny, the qualifications on Saturday could be disrupted by rain, with a 50% chance of showers.
This weather uncertainty, combined with the new two-stop rule, could turn this Grand Prix into a lottery where strategy and luck will be as important as pure performance.
The sessions will be broadcast live on Canal+ (France), La Une, Auvio and Tipik (Belgium), and RTS (Switzerland). All schedules can be found below.
The TV Schedule for the Monaco Grand Prix in France
| Séance | Date | Heure | Chaîne |
| Essais Libres 1 | Vendredi 23 mai | 13h30 - 14h30 | Canal+ Sport |
| Essais Libres 2 | Vendredi 23 mai | 17h00 - 18h00 | Canal+ Sport |
| Essais Libres 3 | Samedi 24 mai | 12h30 - 13h30 | Canal+ Sport |
| Qualifications | Samedi 24 mai | 16h00 - 17h00 | Canal+ Sport |
| Course | Dimanche 25 mai | 15h00 | Canal+ |
The TV Schedule for the Monaco Grand Prix in Belgium
| Séance | Date | Heure | Chaîne |
| Qualifications | Samedi 24 mai | 15h55 | Auvio/Tipik |
| Warm Up | Dimanche 25 mai | 14h35 | La Une |
| Course | Dimanche 25 mai | 14h55 | La Une/Auvio |
The Monaco Grand Prix TV Schedule in Switzerland
| Séance | Date | Heure | Chaîne |
| Qualifications | Samedi 24 mai | 15:55 | RTS 1 & 2 |
| Course | Dimanche 25 mai | 14:45 | RTS 1 & 2 |
