F1 drivers see both ‘lottery’ and ‘opportunity’ in new two-stop Monaco Grand Prix rule

Formula 1’s governing body instituted a new rule for the Monaco Grand Prix, hoping to increase opportunities for overtaking and improve the “racing spectacle.” Starting this season, drivers are required to make two pit stops and use three different tires — including two different compounds if the race is run in dry conditions.

On Thursday’s media day ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, several drivers offered their thoughts on what the rule could mean this weekend.

Max Verstappen, speaking during the FIA Press Conference, opined that it could go either way.

“I guess it can go both ways – it can be quite straightforward, or it can go completely

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