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F1 drivers split on Monaco Sprint 2027
Monaco Sprint race sparks debate after 2027 calendar reveal
In brief
Monaco Sprint race sparks debate after 2027 calendar reveal Hamilton says Monaco needs unique race format, not a Sprint Originally reported by Sky Sports.
2027 calendar update
F1 announced 10 Sprint races for 2027, including Monaco.
Hamilton's view
Hamilton says Monaco needs unique race format, not a Sprint.
“It makes no sense to me but I'm not making the decisions obviously”
Russell's view
Russell argues Monaco Sprint is a good idea for the circuit.
“We get another qualifying session, which is quite cool”
Track challenges
Monaco is hard to overtake, but F1 wants extra qualifying sessions.
Sprint format
Monaco will have extra qualifying on Friday followed by a 100km Sprint on Saturday.
Here's the gist
Hamilton says Monaco needs unique race format, not a Sprint
