Monaco Grand Prix 1992 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Ayrton Senna ended Nigel Mansell's perfect winning streak with a masterful victory at Monaco, demonstrating that sublime racecraft could still overcome technical superiority on the principality's demanding streets. The Brazilian produced a virtuoso performance to claim his sixth Monaco win, using all his legendary skill around the tight circuit where driver ability mattered more than raw power. Senna's victory was a statement that he remained Formula 1's benchmark driver despite McLaren's technical disadvantage.

Nigel Mansell finished second after pushing Senna hard throughout the race, though the Williams' power advantage counted for little on Monaco's tight confines. The Englishman's five-race winning streak had come to an end, but second place maintained his commanding championship lead. Riccardo Patrese completed a Williams one-three in third place, ensuring the team still scored maximum constructors' points despite Mansell's defeat.

The race was significant for proving that Williams' dominance was not absolute, and that circuits requiring precision and driver skill could still produce competitive racing. Senna's triumph was emotional for McLaren after weeks of watching Williams dominate, offering hope that they could still compete on certain circuits. However, the result merely delayed the inevitable - Mansell's championship remained a question of when, not if.