I only race here because I have to. But this is the first time in a long time that a driver has stated that the risks outweigh the excitement of the challenge. However, Ralf's brother Michael Schumacher disagrees. It is a different race and venue, and it is a place with a fantastic history. It gets a lot of attention and there are lots of reasons for it to carry on - some of which are commercial.
Many drivers find it a great challenge and variety is the spice of life.
Monaco is the jewel in F1's crown, and is the prime location for teams to bring existing sponsors and impress potential ones. But Mario Thiessen, motorsport director of Williams' engine supplier BMW, warned that Monaco puts spectators at a bigger risk than anywhere else on the calendar. It would be a pity to lose it, but I do think it is critical for safety, especially for spectators. So far, it has not been particularly dangerous, but I hope we do not have a serious accident. F1 insiders are aware that a bad accident in which spectators were killed or injured, could put the future of the sport at risk.