Ahead of the Formula 1 race weekend, Shastri experienced a high-speed hot lap around the legendary street track. Riding shotgun in a performance car driven by five-time Formula Drift champion James Deane, the veteran broadcaster found himself hurtling through Monaco's narrow streets at speeds approaching 250 kmph.
While most passengers would likely spend the ride gripping their seats in nervous silence, Shastri saw the moment as an opportunity to do what he does best: commentate.