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Mark Webber’s Monaco guide
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6:30 AM EDT, Fri May 23, 2014
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Ultimate scenic drive —
"If they can't build a nice bit of road in Monaco where can they do it?" says Mark Webber, of the stunning Monte Carlo street circuit that is home to the Monaco Grand Prix.
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High-speed sightseeing —
The prestigious race offers plenty of sightseeing as the F1 cars speed within inches of Monte Carlo's famous landmarks. "The drivers do see things from a very different perspective," says Webber.
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Rumble in the tunnel —
The tunnel section of the race circuit gives the Monaco Grand Prix a sound all of its own. "The echo in the tunnel is very unique," explains Webber.
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Crash test —
There is no room for error on the streets of Monte Carlo, as Felipe Massa found out in 2013 when he crashed his Ferrari at St. Devote.
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Senna's sixth sense —
The late Ayrton Senna won the Monaco race a record six times, and Brazil's triple world champion says he entered a "trance-like" state while driving through the narrow streets
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Champagne supernova —
The sweetest taste in Monaco is the champagne on the podium, as Mercedes' race winner Nico Rosberg -- who also lives in the principality -- found out in 2013.
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Lovely bubbly —
"Generally we try to spray the police but they're a bit serious," says Webber, shown here taking aim during one of his champagne moments in Monaco.
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Hollywood tour —
Just another day at the Monaco office for Webber as he shows Hollywood A-listers Brad Pitt and Matt Damon round his Jaguar team garage in 2004. "You've got to have tried pretty hard to get away from the chaos," says Webber.
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Glamour girls —
Glamorous guests can be a distraction at the Monaco Grand Prix...
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Royal seal —
Webber, a winner in 2010 and 2012, is congratulated by Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco on the podium. "To win in Monaco is certainly worth a few victories," says the former Red Bull racer.
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Cycling escape —
If the cars and yachts get too much, a getaway on a bike is always an option, as shown by former team boss Eddie Jordan.