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This time last year four championship contenders arrived in Monaco with a point to prove. McLaren's Lewis Hamilton had gleaned 30 points from the opening four races and led the standings, but had yet to win a maiden race - something he hoped very much he could rectify in Monte Carlo. McLaren team mate Fernando Alonso (on 28 points) was under increasing pressure to stamp his authority on his rookie partner, while the Ferrari duo of Felipe Massa (27) and Kimi Raikkonen (22) were keen to end the Italian team's dry spell at the Principality and gain a firmer footing for their title challenge. All four, however, were only too aware of the event's reputation for maverick results and amongst the midfield teams BMW Sauber, Renault, Toyota, Red Bull and Williams were all touted as possible wildcard victors.

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