Carlos Sainz has sparked controversy by accusing Racing Bulls of manipulating the F1 2025 Monaco GP to secure points through strategic driving tactics. The race, held on Sunday, May 25, saw teams like Williams also engaging in similar tactics to maintain their positions on the track.
The FIA’s two-stop rule aimed to inject excitement into the Monaco GP by forcing teams to make strategic pit stops. However, Sainz claims that Racing Bulls, particularly drivers Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson, exploited this rule to their advantage, finishing sixth and seventh.
Expressing his frustration, Sainz criticized the lack of genuine competition in the race, stating, “Really upset with this race and the sport in general, we haven’t raced today, we have done whatever we wanted today.” The driver also highlighted that Williams utilized similar tactics to fend off competitors and secure valuable points.
Despite the controversy, Williams’ strategy paid off as they accumulated points that widened the gap between them and Haas in the constructors’ championship. Sainz’s teammate, Alexander Albon, played a crucial role in executing the team’s tactics, ultimately finishing ninth and 10th in the race.
In the aftermath of the Monaco GP, Sainz finds himself trailing behind Hadjar in the drivers’ standings, with Albon making significant progress. The intense competition between teams like Ferrari and Mercedes adds further intrigue to the unfolding F1 season, with drivers jostling for position in the championship rankings.
The allegations of race manipulation have cast a shadow over the F1 2025 Monaco GP, raising questions about sportsmanship and fair play in the world of Formula 1. As the season progresses, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how teams adapt their strategies in the face of mounting competition on the track.