Formula E reveals its Monaco layout

The track layout that will be used for the Monaco round of the Formula E Championship will be based on the last half of the Formula 1 circuit.

The all-electric Formula E cars will turn sharp right after the F1 track's first corner Sainte Devote rather than climbing the Beau Rivage towards Casino Square. They will then run along Avenue JF Kennedy before rejoining the F1 circuit near the tunnel exit, with a total track length of 1.715 miles.

"The track takes in half of the Formula 1 circuit, which is enough for the Formula E car," said F1 racer turned FE team owner and driver Jarno Trulli, whose only grand prix win came in Monaco in 2004. "I'm sure it's going to be good for overtaking.

"Tabac and the Swimming Pool corners were very exciting in Formula 1. In Formula E cars they will be slightly easier, but nevertheless still a challenge."

The Monaco ePrix takes place on May 9, and spectator admission will be free.

The next Formula E race will be in Long Beach on April 4.

Originally on Autosport.com