It’s the most iconic and challenging track in Grand Prix racing, with as many pitfalls as it has corners, one of which is the slowest in F1. But there's one thing justifiably missing from Monaco's layout: a long straight. Therefore, top speed isn't a priority in the Principality where teams run the maximum level of downforce possible, but that doesn't mean that velocity is negligible. Read also: Hamilton final run in Monaco Q3 thwarted by red flag The street circuit's 'Nouvelle Chicane' is arguably the only real spot where a driver is offered a reasonable opportunity of overtaking a rival. So velocity through the tunnel and beyond is important to pull off the odd overtake into the...
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