Monaco Grand Prix: Max Verstappen defies rain and Fernando Alonso threat to winBy Philip Duncan, PA F1 Correspondent, Monte CarloMax Verstappen survived a rain shower and the looming threat of Fernando Alonso to secure an impressive victory at a one-sided Monaco Grand Prix. Alonso finished 27.9 seconds behind the Red Bull driver with Esteban Ocon third for Alpine, as the Frenchman claimed only the third podium of his career. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell took advantage of the rain to cross the line in fourth and fifth respectively for Mercedes. With Perez failing to score, Verstappen extended his lead in the standings from 14 to 39 points after six rounds of 22. However, the spots of rain became heavier and Verstappen – now on 52-lap old slick tyres – had to tippy-toe his way back to the pits.

Source: Irish Independent May 29, 2023 06:50 UTC