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ICYMI: Red Bull cause chaos on the water and Norris meets Spider-Man – the best social media from Monaco
Monaco gave us another magical weekend as drivers pushed to the limits in some of the most picturesque surroundings on the F1 calendar. But while the on-track battle developed, here’s a look at some of the social media highlights you may have missed...
Verstappen turns Monaco orange
As is tradition in Monaco, a host of dedicated marshals lined the start/finish straight at the end of Sunday’s race, but winner Verstappen seemed to embrace the chance to celebrate with his country’s trademark orange colour after chalking up a fourth victory from six races so far this season.
Alonso shares the champagne
Fernando Alonso made it five podium finishes in six races for Aston Martin, and a new season-best of second place, with the Spaniard putting the faith in his mechanics as he shared the podium spoils...
Ocon’s fine day at the office
Just behind Verstappen and Alonso, another star in Monaco was Esteban Ocon, who arrived at the race track on Sunday morning dreaming of a podium finish and left in the evening with the P3 trophy in his hands.
Ricciardo does the Loco-Motion
Australian royalty was in attendance over the Monte Carlo weekend as singer Kylie Minogue paid a visit to Red Bull, where she couldn’t resist getting involved in some dancing with compatriot Daniel Ricciardo.
F1 meets MotoGP
Keeping himself busy in the paddock as Mercedes’ reserve driver, Mick Schumacher’s off-track activities in Monaco saw him pick up a special gift from MotoGP star Fabio Quartararo.
Norris’ Spidey Senses
After some acting-related banter, and a host of social media memes, Lando Norris and Spider-man Tom Holland joined forces in person ahead of the Grand Prix, with the McLaren driver using his superpowers to bag another points finish in the Principality.
Magnussen’s special visitor
Kevin Magnussen had a difficult race in Monaco with a failed slick-tyre gamble as the rain arrived and various off-track excursions, but none of that mattered when he met up with his daughter after the chequered flag...
Horner gets the Spice Girls treatment
Conor Moore has made a name for himself with some incredible impressions in recent years and, after qualifying in Monaco, he took aim at Red Bull team boss Christian Horner and his wife Geri’s former band.
Hamilton’s as cool as ice
Lewis Hamilton took a solid fourth-place finish as Mercedes debuted their upgraded W14 at the Monaco Grand Prix, after which the seven-time world champion took a (rather cold) dip.
Red Bull take to the water
Before any of the weekend’s track action began, Red Bull trio Verstappen, Ricciardo and Sergio Perez were involved in a remote-controlled boat race, causing all sorts of drama, incidents and laughs...
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