Monaco Grand Prix 1958 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Maurice Trintignant claimed victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, driving Rob Walker's privateer Cooper to another giant-killing triumph on the street circuit. The veteran French driver's tactical brilliance and smooth driving style suited Monaco's demands perfectly, allowing him to navigate the barriers without error while faster cars fell by the wayside. Luigi Musso and Peter Collins finished second and third for Ferrari, unable to catch the nimble Cooper.

Trintignant's victory marked the second consecutive Cooper win at Monaco after Moss' 1957 triumph, demonstrating the rear-engine car's particular suitability for tight, twisty circuits. The privateer Walker team's back-to-back Monaco victories against factory squads represented remarkable achievements, proving that clever engineering and tactical excellence could overcome superior resources. Cooper's growing competitiveness suggested the rear-engine revolution was gaining momentum.

The race highlighted Monaco's unique ability to favor handling and driver precision over outright power, creating opportunities for innovative teams to challenge established manufacturers. Trintignant, at 40 years old, demonstrated that experience and racecraft remained valuable assets in an era increasingly dominated by younger drivers. His Monaco victory would be his final Grand Prix win, a fitting conclusion to a long and distinguished career.