Everything we learned on day one of F1's 2026 Monaco GP

On day one of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, Fernando Alonso warned that Aston Martin may not be able to race this weekend due to a dangerous 'random downshift' gearbox issue experienced recently in Miami. Alonso described the problem as creating an uncontrolled push effect from the engine similar to full throttle, leaving drivers as 'passengers' and at serious risk of crashing into the barriers on Monaco's unforgiving street circuit. The 2026 Monaco GP also features new rules that have prompted unique car design tweaks, including throwback rear wing winglets and unusual energy management challenges.