With one week ahead of the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, we have the official confirmation that Formula 1 has assumed responsibility for the broadcasting of its prestigious event on the streets of Monte Carlo, previously under the control of Tele Monte Carlo.
Over the course of its history, Formula 1 had various agreements in place with local broadcasters, but due to the expansion of its operations, the sport has aimed to take control of the world feed at as many events as possible. Until this season, the Monaco Grand Prix was the only event that had not seen Formula 1 take charge of its broadcasting. However, according to Motorsport Broadcasting, the control has now been handed over from Tele Monte Carlo to Formula 1.
Last year, a new three-year agreement was signed for the Monaco Grand Prix, and it is believed that the new broadcasting arrangement is included as part of the updated deal.
Due to the larger dimensions of modern Formula 1 cars, the difficulty of successfully attempting overtaking moves at the Monaco circuit has significantly increased, leading to concerns among spectators regarding the limited overtaking chances for drivers. At the same time, Formula 1 teams often adopt one-stop pit stop strategies, and most changes in position occur during the pit stop phase.
Given the scarcity of overtaking, broadcasters have always faced the challenge of finding compelling on-track battles to showcase on the world feed. However, criticism reached its peak two years ago in the Monaco Grand Prix, when the broadcaster failed to capture an unfolding duel between Sebastian Vettel and Pierre Gasly.
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As the former Ferrari man exited the pits and engaged in a side-by-side battle with Pierre Gasly, the television feed abruptly switched to a replay of Lance Stroll committing an error and cutting through the chicane, thus missing a very rare live action moment on the streets of Monte Carlo.
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