2021 Monaco GP Race Discussion

Visit us at f1fanfiction.comIn this episode we discuss:Were we back in 2006? - Ferrari Qualification controversySmooth Operator Carlos SainzOut of all luck Valtteri BottasMercedes cannot handle pressureLewis Hamilton, the cribbing and complaining boxDare you skip mid episodes messages!Blue flags in MclarenMore Top Gear references with Daniel Ricciardo's weekendRedBull strategy and Sergio Perez finds his mojoAston Martin and you've been Strolled!Haas and other amazing battlesFlags Flags everywhere; could have been with Hamilton too.Join us at Socials:Twitter: @f1fanfictionInstagram: @f1fanfictionF1 Fantasy Code: c3f7a33139Music:Intro: Howling (Sting) - Gunnar OlsenOutro: Your Intro by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artist: http://audionautix.com/FanFiction By Anirudh Mendiratta @MontanaDesi on Twitter

**Introduction**

* The hosts, Akash and Sarang, express their excitement for the Monaco Grand Prix, which was canceled the previous year due to the pandemic.
* They note the controversial qualifying session, where Charles Leclerc crashed his Ferrari while attempting to secure pole position.

**Race Highlights**

* Carlos Sainz Jr. takes advantage of the situation and secures P2 for Ferrari, while Sergio Perez finds his mojo and helps Red Bull secure a strong position.
* Aston Martin has a great day with both Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll finishing in the points.
* Haas drivers Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher both finish the race, despite concerns about their performance.

**Mercedes' Struggles**

* Mercedes faces a challenging race, with Valtteri Bottas suffering a disastrous pit stop that costs him a potential podium finish.
* Lewis Hamilton also struggles, complaining about the team's strategy and receiving a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct.
* The hosts discuss Mercedes' inability to handle pressure and their apparent advantage in previous seasons.

**Other Notable Moments**

* Daniel Ricciardo endures a difficult race, facing blue flags from his McLaren teammate Lando Norris and struggling to maintain pace.
* There are several incidents of drivers receiving black and white flags for exceeding track limits at Turn 10.
* Max Verstappen comes close to lapping Hamilton, but the latter pits for a fastest lap attempt to secure an extra point.

## Carlos Sainz's Smooth Performance

* Carlos Sainz's impressive performance in Monaco is highlighted, with the hosts praising his ability to navigate the challenging circuit and secure a podium finish.

## Valtteri Bottas' Unfortunate Luck

* The podcast acknowledges Valtteri Bottas' unfortunate luck in Monaco, as he faced technical issues and a collision, resulting in a disappointing race for the Alfa Romeo driver.

## Mercedes' Inability to Handle Pressure

* The hosts criticize Mercedes' inability to handle the pressure of the Monaco Grand Prix, pointing out strategic errors and communication issues that hindered Lewis Hamilton's chances of victory.

## Lewis Hamilton's Frustration

* Lewis Hamilton's frustration with his team's performance is discussed, with the hosts noting his complaints over the radio and his apparent dissatisfaction with the team's strategy.

## Mid-Episode Messages and McLaren's Blue Flags

* The podcast briefly mentions the importance of listening to mid-episode messages and highlights McLaren's effective use of blue flags to manage traffic during the race.

## Daniel Ricciardo's Top Gear References

* Daniel Ricciardo's entertaining weekend in Monaco is mentioned, with the hosts referencing his Top Gear-inspired antics and his unfortunate lapping by his teammate, Lando Norris.

## Red Bull's Strategy and Sergio Perez's Resurgence

* The podcast praises Red Bull's strategic decisions and Sergio Perez's resurgence in Monaco, emphasizing the Mexican driver's strong performance and his contribution to the team's success.

## Aston Martin's Struggles and Haas' Exciting Battles

* Aston Martin's disappointing race in Monaco is acknowledged, with the hosts discussing the team's lack of pace and Lance Stroll's struggles. On the other hand, Haas' exciting battles and Kevin Magnussen's impressive performance are highlighted.

## Flag-Related Incidents and Hamilton's Potential Penalty

* The podcast mentions the numerous flag-related incidents during the race, including the potential penalty for Lewis Hamilton for allegedly ignoring blue flags.

## Conclusion

* The podcast concludes by summarizing the key moments and controversies of the Monaco Grand Prix, emphasizing the entertaining and unpredictable nature of the race. The hosts sign off, inviting listeners to join them on social media and tune in for the next episode, which will cover the upcoming Baku Grand Prix.