Sprint Races Expand with Monaco Gambit | Nascar News

Sprint Races Expand with Monaco Gambit | Nascar News

Published: September 17, 2026

Duration: 1:39

Formula One is doubling down on Sprint races, expanding to six next year to revitalize Friday nights and boost fan engagement — with data showing fans feel more value and spend more, plus new sponsors like Gatorade jumping on board. The format’s unpredictability is already shaking up results, with only three drivers winning both Sprint and GP this year. But the Monaco Sprint? That’s a bold move — critics worry it’ll highlight the track’s lack of overtaking, making the main race even less thrilling. F1 argues that Monaco’s qualifying is already electric, and adding another session could amplify...