Formula One has been accused of resorting to gimmicks after announcing plans to spice up the Monaco Grand Prix by forcing drivers to make at least two pit stops.

The Monaco Grand Prix has long been nicknamed “the jewel in Formula 1’s crown” but for all the sparkle, the racing has often been dull

Monaco has faced heavy criticism in recent years for the poor quality of racing and low number of overtakes on the track.

Motorsport's governing body announced plans on Tuesday to revive the Monaco Grand Prix as a spectacle by increasing the number of mandatory pit-stops during the race. "The commission agreed to increase the number of mandatory pit-stops in the race.

The Monaco Grand Prix is considered by and large the crown jewel of the Formula 1 racing series. The race through the famous principality began in 1929