Monaco Grand Prix 1994 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Just two weeks after the tragedy at Imola, Formula 1 returned to racing at the streets of Monaco in somber circumstances. Michael Schumacher dominated the weekend, taking pole position and controlling the race from start to finish despite the treacherous conditions and multiple safety cars. The race was run under heavy emotional weight, with drivers wearing black armbands in memory of Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger. Martin Brundle finished second for McLaren after a solid drive, while Gerhard Berger took third for Ferrari, demonstrating remarkable composure after losing his close friend Senna.

The race saw several incidents typical of Monaco, including crashes and mechanical failures, but the celebrations were muted out of respect for the recent tragedies. Schumacher's victory extended his championship lead to 30 points, but the triumph felt hollow in the context of the sport's recent losses. The weekend marked the beginning of Formula 1's efforts to move forward while honoring Senna's memory, with the FIA announcing immediate safety improvements to be implemented across all circuits.