Few sporting events can match the Monaco Grand Prix for history, spectacle and sheer difficulty. Since its first running in 1929, racing through the narrow streets of Monte Carlo has been a test not just of speed, but of precision, nerve and patience. Every winner at Monaco earns a place in motorsport folklore, because a win here has never been routine.
In 2026, that story gains a new chapter for us. After hosting our first Trackside Hotel at Silverstone in 2025, The Pop-Up Hotel will arrive in Monaco for the first time at the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix. As the cars thread past the harbour and through the tunnel once more, we will be right there, adding our own presence to one of Formula One’s most iconic weekends.
Below, we explore the winners of the Monaco Grand Prix through its eras, from the pioneering early years before the official World Championship to the modern era, who have mastered this unforgiving circuit.
Monte Carlo: 1929 to the late 1930s
The inaugural Monaco Grand Prix in 1929 was won by William Grover-Williams, a Brit of all people. In the early years, cars from Bugatti, Alfa Romeo and Mercedes-Benz dominated, driven by legends of pre-war motorsport.
Victories by native, Louis Chiron in 1931, and Tazio Nuvolari in 1932 helped cement Monaco’s reputation as a proving ground for the very best drivers of the era. Chiron remains one of only two Monégasque winners, a record that stood for more than 90 years until Charles Leclerc repeated it in 2024.
These early races established Monaco’s character. Tight corners, changing elevations, and minimal room for error meant that only the most skilful drivers triumphed (provided their cars could see the distance).
Post-war revival: 1950s and 1960s
After interruptions caused by the Second World War, Monaco returned to the calendar and became part of the inaugural Formula One World Championship in 1950. Juan Manuel Fangio claimed victory that year, adding Monaco to his extraordinary list of achievements.
In the following decades, drivers rose to prominence, becoming synonymous with the principality. Stirling Moss delivered multiple masterclasses in the 1950s and early 1960s, often in underdog machinery, while Graham Hill earned the nickname “Mr Monaco” thanks to five wins during the 1960s.
Hill’s success highlighted what Monaco demands above all else. Outright speed matters less here than accuracy, rhythm and the ability to avoid mistakes over a long, tense race.
Drama and rain: 1970s and 1980s
The 1970s brought a wider variety of winners, reflecting a competitive era in Formula One. Drivers such as Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda and Jody Scheckter all conquered the streets of Monaco, often in unpredictable conditions.
The 1980s then ushered in one of the most dominant Monaco careers of all time. Ayrton Senna won six times, including five consecutive victories from 1989 to 1993. His performances, especially in wet conditions, redefined what was thought possible on this circuit.
Alongside Senna, Alain Prost also left a lasting mark, with multiple wins that showcased control and intelligence (which he was known for) rather than flamboyance. Their contrasting styles underscored Monaco’s unique challenges.
Modern mastery: 1990s to the 2010s
As Formula One entered the modern era, Monaco continued to reward the elite. Michael Schumacher collected several victories during the 1990s and early 2000s, combining relentless focus with flawless execution.
The race has also produced surprise winners, most famously Olivier Panis in 1996, when chaotic conditions allowed survival to triumph over expectation.
In the 2000s and 2010s, champions such as Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel and Nico Rosberg added Monaco wins to their world championship campaigns. Reinforcing the idea that to be truly great in Formula One, you must conquer Monaco at least once.
A new home hero and a new chapter: 2020s
The 2020s have already delivered memorable moments. The race’s cancellation in 2020 only heightened anticipation for its return, and in 2024, the principality celebrated a historic moment when Charles Leclerc became the first Monégasque winner since Louis Chiron.
In 2025, Lando Norris added his name to the roll of honour, continuing the tradition of new generations mastering one of the sport’s oldest challenges.
Every Monaco Grand Prix F1 Winner: 1929-2025
| YEAR | WINNER | CAR |
| 1929 | William Grover-Williams |
Bugatti Type 35B
|
| 1930 | René Dreyfus |
Bugatti Type 35B
|
| 1931 | Louis Chiron | Bugatti Type 51 |
| 1932 | Tazio Nuvolari |
Alfa Romeo Monza
|
| 1933 | Achille Varzi | Bugatti Type 51 |
| 1934 | Guy Moll | Alfa Romeo P3 |
| 1935 | Luigi Fagioli |
Mercedes-Benz W25
|
| 1936 | Rudolf Caracciola |
Mercedes-Benz W25K
|
| 1937 | Manfred von Brauchitsch |
Mercedes-Benz W125
|
| 1938-1947 | N/A | Not held |
| 1948 | Giuseppe Farina | Maserati 4CLT |
| 1949 | Not held | Not held |
| 1950 | Juan Manuel Fangio | Alfa Romeo 158 |
| 1951-1954 | N/A | Not held |
| 1955 | Maurice Trintignant | Ferrari 625 |
| 1956 | Stirling Moss | Maserati 250F |
| 1957 | Juan Manuel Fangio | Maserati 250F |
| 1958 | Maurice Trintignant |
Cooper-Climax T45
|
| 1959 | Jack Brabham |
Cooper-Climax T51
|
| 1960 | Stirling Moss | Lotus-Climax 18 |
| 1961 | Stirling Moss | Lotus-Climax 18 |
| 1962 | Bruce McLaren |
Cooper-Climax T60
|
| 1963 | Graham Hill | BRM P57 |
| 1964 | Graham Hill | BRM P261 |
| 1965 | Graham Hill | BRM P261 |
| 1966 | Jackie Stewart | BRM P261 |
| 1967 | Denny Hulme |
Brabham-Repco BT20
|
| 1968 | Graham Hill | Lotus-Ford 49B |
| 1969 | Graham Hill | Lotus-Ford 49B |
| 1970 | Jochen Rindt | Lotus-Ford 72C |
| 1971 | Jackie Stewart | Tyrrell-Ford 003 |
| 1972 | Jean-Pierre Beltoise | BRM P160B |
| 1973 | Jackie Stewart | Tyrrell-Ford 006 |
| 1974 | Ronnie Peterson | Lotus-Ford 76 |
| 1975 | Niki Lauda | Ferrari 312T |
| 1976 | Niki Lauda | Ferrari 312T2 |
| 1977 | Jody Scheckter | Wolf-Ford WR3 |
| 1978 | Patrick Depailler | Tyrrell-Ford 008 |
| 1979 | Jody Scheckter | Ferrari 312T4 |
| 1980 | Carlos Reutemann |
Williams-Ford FW07B
|
| 1981 | Gilles Villeneuve | Ferrari 126CK |
| 1982 | Riccardo Patrese |
Brabham-Ford BT49D
|
| 1983 | Keke Rosberg |
Williams-Ford FW08C
|
| 1984 | Alain Prost |
McLaren-TAG MP4/2
|
| 1985 | Alain Prost |
McLaren-TAG MP4/2B
|
| 1986 | Alain Prost |
McLaren-TAG MP4/2C
|
| 1987 | Ayrton Senna |
Lotus-Honda 99T
|
| 1988 | Alain Prost |
McLaren-Honda MP4/4
|
| 1989 | Ayrton Senna |
McLaren-Honda MP4/5
|
| 1990 | Ayrton Senna |
McLaren-Honda MP4/5B
|
| 1991 | Ayrton Senna |
McLaren-Honda MP4/6
|
| 1992 | Ayrton Senna |
McLaren-Honda MP4/7A
|
| 1993 | Ayrton Senna |
McLaren-Ford MP4/8
|
| 1994 | Michael Schumacher |
Benetton-Ford B194
|
| 1995 | Michael Schumacher |
Benetton-Renault B195
|
| 1996 | Olivier Panis |
Ligier-Mugen-Honda JS43
|
| 1997 | Michael Schumacher | Ferrari F310B |
| 1998 | Mika Häkkinen |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4/13
|
| 1999 | Michael Schumacher | Ferrari F399 |
| 2000 | David Coulthard |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4/15
|
| 2001 | Michael Schumacher | Ferrari F2001 |
| 2002 | David Coulthard |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4-17
|
| 2003 | Juan Pablo Montoya |
Williams-BMW FW25
|
| 2004 | Jarno Trulli | Renault R24 |
| 2005 | Kimi Räikkönen |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4-20
|
| 2006 | Fernando Alonso | Renault R26 |
| 2007 | Fernando Alonso |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4-22
|
| 2008 | Lewis Hamilton |
McLaren-Mercedes MP4-23
|
| 2009 | Jenson Button |
Brawn-Mercedes BGP 001
|
| 2010 | Mark Webber |
Red Bull-Renault RB6
|
| 2011 | Sebastian Vettel |
Red Bull-Renault RB7
|
| 2012 | Mark Webber |
Red Bull-Renault RB8
|
| 2013 | Nico Rosberg |
Mercedes F1 W04
|
| 2014 | Nico Rosberg |
Mercedes F1 W05 Hybrid
|
| 2015 | Nico Rosberg |
Mercedes F1 W06 Hybrid
|
| 2016 | Lewis Hamilton |
Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid
|
| 2017 | Sebastian Vettel | Ferrari SF70H |
| 2018 | Daniel Ricciardo |
Red Bull-TAG Heuer RB14
|
| 2019 | Lewis Hamilton |
Mercedes F1 W10 EQ Power
|
| 2020 | Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic | Not held |
| 2021 | Max Verstappen |
Red Bull Racing Honda RB16B
|
| 2022 | Sergio Pérez |
Red Bull Racing RB18
|
| 2023 | Max Verstappen |
Red Bull Racing RB19
|
| 2024 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari SF-24 |
| 2025 | Lando Norris |
McLaren-Mercedes MCL39
|
Looking ahead to Monaco 2026 with The Pop-Up Hotel
By the time the Monaco Grand Prix returns in 2026, it will bring together nearly a century of history. For The Pop-Up Hotel, it will be our first appearance at Formula One’s most glamorous event, following our debut Trackside Hotel experience at Silverstone in 2025.
To stay in Monaco during race week is to be immersed in the sport’s heritage. From the pioneers of the 1920s to today’s champions. In 2026, as the cars sweep past the harbour, our luxury yacht, owned and hosted by a former F1 driver, is located trackside within four meters of the race circuit on the approach to “Piscine Chicanes”. You simply cannot get closer to the action in our exclusive, intimate 30-guest private yacht.
Then after every session, you’ll be whisked away to our small collection of Luxury Villas and apartments nestled on the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, neighbouring the famous Rothschild estate. These are a short walk or shuttle from the marina, where our tenders will take you directly to the trackside Yacht, saving you the notorious challenge of getting in and out of Monaco.
The winners may change year to year, but the essence of Monaco never does. In 2026, we look forward to being part of that enduring story for the very first time.
