F1 needs to review “chaotic” Monaco GP start delay

The start was initially delayed by FIA race director Eduardo Freitas because rain fell on the grid and a heavier downpour was expected.

When it was announced that there would be a formation lap behind the safety car all teams were obliged to fit extreme or full wet tyres.

Tyres have to be fitted five minutes before the start, and some teams were less prepared than others for the late switch, which triggered another delay.

The cars ran for two laps behind the safety car…