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Russell Edges Leclerc in FP2 as Monza Heats Up Italian GP Practice
formula-11 hour ago

Russell Edges Leclerc in FP2 as Monza Heats Up Italian GP Practice

Mercedes’ George Russell topped FP2 at Monza with a 1:22.559, edging Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc after Leclerc had led FP1; Kimi Antonelli split the two, while Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton rounded out the top five as teams switched to soft tyres for late runs. Max Verstappen was ninth in his first session of the weekend, with Leclerc spinning at the second chicane and an impeding incident involving Lance Stroll to be reviewed by the FIA.

Leclerc Tops Monza Practice as Monaco Penalty Appeals Reshape Gasly Podium
sports9 hours ago

Leclerc Tops Monza Practice as Monaco Penalty Appeals Reshape Gasly Podium

Charles Leclerc led the opening practice at Monza ahead of Lewis Hamilton, with Norris sixth and several drivers pushing the limits amid gravel and traffic; Arvid Lindblad was seventh and Piastri 11th, while Tsunoda stood in for Lawson at Racing Bulls. In Monaco, McLaren and Red Bull won their appeals against penalties, a ruling that also saw Alpine’s Pierre Gasly lose a podium he had been awarded after the earlier penalties were overturned.

Antonelli Extends Title Lead as Monza Hosts Fiery Italian Grand Prix Practice
sports11 hours ago

Antonelli Extends Title Lead as Monza Hosts Fiery Italian Grand Prix Practice

BBC Sport’s live updates from Monza cover the Italian Grand Prix weekend, with Kimi Antonelli extending his championship lead to 59 points as FP1/FP2 unfold; Hamilton and Russell trade fastest laps, Colton Herta’s Cadillac stalls triggering a red flag amid scorching 33C temperatures that prompt a heat-hazard designation; Isack Hadjar is out with a wrist injury and Liam Lawson steps in, Norris and Colapinto sign new contracts, and the stage is set for a tight battle into qualifying.

Verstappen Dominates Italian GP at Monza
sports1 year ago

Verstappen Dominates Italian GP at Monza

Max Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, starting from pole and managing a controlled race despite early wheel-to-wheel battles with Norris. McLaren's strategic pit stops and team orders influenced the final podium, with Piastri finishing third after a late switch to soft tires. The race featured intense on-track action, strategic tire management, and team tactics, culminating in Verstappen's victory and a strong performance from Mercedes and Williams in the midfield.

Verstappen Secures Monza Pole with Record-Breaking F1 Lap
sports1 year ago

Verstappen Secures Monza Pole with Record-Breaking F1 Lap

Max Verstappen secured pole position at the 2025 Italian Grand Prix in Monza with a close qualifying lap, while Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri follow. Charles Leclerc starts fourth, with Lewis Hamilton dropping to tenth due to a penalty. Pierre Gasly and Isack Hadjar will start from the pit lane due to new power units, and the race is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM local time.

Ferrari Driver Sainz Recovers Stolen Watch in Milan Robbery Incident
sports3 years ago

Ferrari Driver Sainz Recovers Stolen Watch in Milan Robbery Incident

Carlos Sainz, who finished third in the Italian Grand Prix, was the victim of an attempted robbery in Milan, where his Richard Mille watch worth hundreds of thousands of dollars was taken. Sainz and his team managed to chase down the thieves and recover the watch, leading to the arrest of the culprits. This incident follows a similar robbery targeting Lando Norris during the Euro 2020 soccer championships.

"Ferrari's Striking Special Livery Steals the Show at Italian GP"
sports3 years ago

"Ferrari's Striking Special Livery Steals the Show at Italian GP"

Ferrari has revealed a special livery for the upcoming F1 Italian Grand Prix at Monza, featuring added yellow V stripes on the nose cone and engine cover. The design pays homage to the paint job of the 499P Hypercar that won the World Endurance Championship earlier this year. The race numbers, drivers' helmets, and race suits will also incorporate yellow accents. Ferrari has a historical connection with the color yellow, representing the city of Modena, where the Scuderia is based. Additionally, the team will showcase illustrations of its Formula 1 milestones and other racing categories at the Monza circuit.