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F1·June 3, 2026 05:12 PM ET

Jenson Button makes a podium run on foot during Monaco F1 race week

A retired champ still has the legs for Monte Carlo.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 31 min read
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A run to the podium after 78 laps in Monaco! 🏃 Jenson Button is just built different 😤 #F1 #MonacoGP https://t.co/8amZ

What happened: Formula 1's official account shared a lighthearted clip of former driver Jenson Button making a run to the podium in Monaco, tied to Grand Prix race week in Monte Carlo. The post, captioned "built different," plays on the 78-lap distance and the physical demands of the street circuit. A reply joked that running the track may be easier than driving it to the finish without clipping the barriers.

Why it matters: The clip is a fan-engagement piece rather than competitive news, leaning on Button's popularity as F1 builds hype ahead of one of its marquee weekends. Monaco's tight, barrier-lined layout is among the most punishing on the calendar, which gives the running gag its bite.

What to watch: Attention turns to the Monaco Grand Prix weekend itself, with on-track running set to follow the promotional buildup in Monte Carlo.

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