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Esteban Ocon says Formula 1's 2026 overhaul, with active aerodynamics and a larger electric component, will force drivers to forget the old ways and relearn energy management—a major shift that could reorder the grid as teams explore rapid development, though his experience across different F1 eras may help Haas adapt.
Verstappen won the Monaco Grand Prix for Red Bull, with Alonso finishing second for Aston Martin and Ocon third for Alpine. Hamilton finished fourth for Mercedes, while his teammate Russell finished fifth but was handed a five-place grid penalty for returning to the track unsafely. Perez had a difficult day, finishing 16th after a poor qualifying performance.
Max Verstappen won the F1 Monaco GP after surviving a late rain, extending his stint on the medium tyres to cover off the looming threat of rain. Fernando Alonso finished second, followed by Esteban Ocon in third. Lewis Hamilton finished fourth ahead of George Russell, who copped a five-second penalty for rejoining the circuit unsafely at Mirabeau. Verstappen opened his championship lead to 39 points over Perez following the Mexican's miserable race, where he pitted five times having started last, and ultimately finished 16th.