Despite the cloud Luigi's outburst had cast earlier, the Monaco Grand Prix conclusion celebration carried on well into the night, glittering under the Riviera moonlight.
The Monaco Grand Prix had always been known for its lavish endings, a final flourish to match the glamour of the race itself, and this year was no exception. As the fervour of the day's on-track drama gradually eased, the principality glowed in the aftertaste of speed and spectacle.
All across the world, viewers who had been glued to their screens all afternoon, morning, or night finally switched off their televisions, their last images filled with glittering lights and victorious smiles.
The podium was, by far, the most peaceful one of the season so far. This time, all three drivers complied exactly as expected and participated in the tradition. It was the same podium finishers from the last race, but the spots were jumbled now.
