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F1·June 5, 2026 08:50 AM ET

Monaco GP running resumes after brief Virtual Safety Car

Debris cleanup briefly slowed Monaco running.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 51 min read
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What happened: F1 said the Monaco GP session briefly went under Virtual Safety Car conditions while debris was recovered. The field returned to green-flag running after the cleanup was completed.

Why it matters: At Monaco, even short interruptions matter because track position and rhythm are central on the tight street circuit. The update signals the incident was contained without a full safety car or red flag, allowing the session to continue with limited disruption.

By the numbers: The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix weekend runs June 5-7. The Grand Prix is scheduled for 78 laps around the 3.337-kilometer Circuit de Monaco.

What to watch: Watch for any follow-up from race control on the source of the debris and whether the affected session produces further interruptions.

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