Monaco Grand Prix 1980 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Carlos Reutemann claimed his first victory for Williams at the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, navigating the challenging street circuit to perfection. The Argentine's maiden win for the team demonstrated his world-class ability and justified Frank Williams' decision to sign him from Ferrari. Reutemann drove a calculated, error-free race through Monte Carlo's unforgiving barriers, showing the smooth, cerebral style that had made him one of the grid's most respected drivers.

Jacques Laffite secured second place for Ligier, continuing the French team's strong early-season form and confirming Monaco as a circuit that suited their car's characteristics. Nelson Piquet rounded out the podium for Brabham, maintaining his championship challenge with another solid points finish. The race was notable for the absence of both Renault turbocharged cars from the podium, suggesting that Monaco's tight confines didn't suit the powerful but less agile turbo engines. Reutemann's victory established him as a potential championship dark horse, while also creating interesting team dynamics at Williams where he would increasingly challenge teammate Jones for supremacy.