Coming to grips with the 72...Monaco 1971
Lost in the backwash of Jackie Stewart's Tyrell domination of the weekend, was the prodding progress of Emerson Fittipaldi's run up the field. A poor and wet practice session offered little time for set up, and Emmo could only muster a lowly 17th in qualifying.
The race however would bring some fortune, as plenty of competitors ahead, would fall victim to the tight street circuit. Peterson's March followed by Ickx's Ferrari would see the podium. While Hulme in the McLaren bested Emmo and Stomelen's Surtees would come home sixth.
Emerson would have to nurse the last few laps with curb damage which caused a cracked upright, leaving the L / front pointing askew.
The race was a showcase for constructers as BRM and Brabham also were in the top ten.
