Gasly forced to retire in Monaco after brake failure
French driver Pierre Gasly was forced to retire prematurely from the Monaco Grand Prix 2025, after brake failure led to a collision with another competitor in the opening laps. This was a major blow for the Normandy-born driver and the Alpine team, who had hoped to capitalize on this prestigious event to turn around a difficult season.
At the start of this legendary Monaco race, Pierre Gasly managed to avoid the major collisions that marked the first moments, but the situation quickly became complicated for him. Indeed, by lap 10, as he was right behind Yuki Tsunoda exiting the tunnel, Gasly couldn’t brake in time and collided with the rear of the Red Bull. This accident immediately caused a yellow flag, disrupting the race rhythm and indicating a hazard on the track.
Significant damage and a first pit stop intervention
Following this impact, Gasly had to quickly pit on lap 9 to repair the front left of his car, which was severely damaged by the contact. This emergency pit stop clearly affected his race, causing him to fall significantly behind his direct competitors and reducing his chances of fighting for points. Additionally, the presence of debris on the track increased the caution of the drivers and altered the teams’ strategies.
A recovery race in a tight pack
After this mishap, Gasly had to focus on a recovery race. The train of cars in Monaco is particularly dense and difficult to overtake, so the French driver had to manage the situation cautiously, without being able to be truly offensive. The very layout of the Monaco circuit, very narrow and technical, did not facilitate overtaking, and Gasly remained stuck in part of the pack.
A Grand Prix marked by caution and management of the unexpected
This 2025 edition of the Monaco Grand Prix was marked by several interruptions, including the deployment of the virtual safety car as early as the second lap and several strategic pit stops. The race also experienced numerous stoppages, intense battles, and a tight fight at the front between Norris, Leclerc, and Verstappen. Unfortunately for Gasly, his early collision overshadowed his chances to fully take advantage of these race dynamics.
A Monaco to forget for Gasly, but a learning experience for the future
If Pierre Gasly was unable to defend his chances in Monaco as he would have liked, this race represents an important experience in the 2025 season. It highlights the difficulty of managing the uncertainties of such a demanding circuit and the importance of avoiding mistakes in key phases. Let’s hope that the French driver can bounce back quickly in the upcoming rounds of the championship.
