A friend of mine went to the Monaco race, and where you struggle to get a seat, a view or even space to swig a beer!, this year they could not get rid of the tickets.
They got a great view from a private balcony over looking the start/fin line, with all drinks and food. The original package was £1,500 and they picked it up the day before the race for £250.
Seems like not just the race is loosing/lost its magic!