Monaco Grand Prix 2013 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Nico Rosberg claimed a lights-to-flag victory at Monaco from pole position, controlling the race with precision around the principality's unforgiving streets. The German's Mercedes demonstrated excellent one-lap pace in qualifying and he converted it perfectly into victory, leading every lap to secure his second career win. Sebastian Vettel finished second ahead of Mark Webber, giving Red Bull a strong points haul despite not having the raw speed to challenge Mercedes on this unique circuit.

The race was characterized by typical Monaco processional racing, with track position proving crucial and overtaking nearly impossible on the tight street circuit. Rosberg managed his tires and gap to the chasing pack expertly, never allowing Vettel or Webber close enough to threaten. The result was particularly satisfying for Mercedes as it marked their second win of the season and proved they could compete with Red Bull at specific circuit types, even if they lacked the consistency across all venues.

Rosberg's victory kept him in championship contention and provided Mercedes with valuable momentum. The win also demonstrated that Monaco remained a circuit where different rules applied - qualifying performance mattered more than race pace, and the team that could produce the fastest single lap would likely emerge victorious. For Red Bull, the double podium maintained their championship lead but highlighted that their car wasn't universally dominant across all circuit configurations.