Joanne Villeneuve reflects on 25 years in Monaco ahead of Historic Grand Prix

The widow of Formula One legend Gilles Villeneuve has opened up about her deep connection to Monaco as the Principality prepares for its celebrated Historic Grand Prix weekend.

Joanne Villeneuve, who caught the racing bug after marrying the Canadian driver, spent 25 years calling Monaco home. Her return to the Principality for this year's historic racing event has sparked a flood of memories from her time living in the glamorous Mediterranean enclave.

Speaking about her enduring love affair with motorsport, Villeneuve explained how her husband's passion for racing became her own lifelong obsession. The Historic Grand Prix, which celebrates Monaco's rich automotive heritage with vintage cars racing on the same legendary circuit as the modern Formula One Grand Prix, holds special significance for the Villeneuve family.

Her reflections come as Monaco prepares to welcome racing enthusiasts from around the world for one of the most prestigious historic racing events on the calendar, where classic machines from motorsport's golden era take centre stage on the streets where legends like Gilles Villeneuve once raced.