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International media rave about Antonelli's Verstappen-esque win: 'As if it were a video game'
After his sensational victory in Monza, Kimi Antonelli took centre stage in the international newspapers, but Max Verstappen also received plenty of praise. The Dutchman had to let the two Mercedes cars go, but according to the foreign media he once again extracted far more from his Red Bull than wa...
Ferrari team boss Vasseur sends clear message to Tifosi ahead of Madrid race
Scuderia Ferrari team principal Frédéric Vasseur has acknowledged the emotional weight of the Italian Grand Prix, admitting that a home weekend at Monza is never just "a normal race" despite his best efforts to downplay the pressure. Speaking after the chequered flag, the French team boss reflected...
F1 LIVE | Follow the build-up to the Spanish GP as Madrid debut looms
Welcome to GPblog's daily live blog, where we'll keep you updated with all the biggest Formula 1 stories throughout the day as the sport gears up for the Spanish Grand Prix weekend in Madrid following the latest round at Monza. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli surprised even himself with victory from P19 at...
Audi to appeal after Yuki Tsunoda escapes penalty at Italian Grand Prix
Audi has announced its intention to appeal the stewards’ decision not to penalise Yuki Tsunoda following a start procedure investigation at the Italian Grand Prix. The Racing Bulls driver did not enter the pit lane after an extra formation lap, despite Article B5.9.4 outlining that requirement when...
Leclerc fires back at Hamilton after Monza clash: 'Who is forcing that narrative?'
Charles Leclerc has pushed back against the suggestion that he and Lewis Hamilton are embroiled in a brewing Ferrari rivalry, while conceding their opening-lap clash at the Italian Grand Prix "went too far." The Monegasque's response comes after Hamilton lashed out at Leclerc over the Turn 1 inciden...
Rosberg delivers verdict Hamilton won't want to hear on Ferrari team orders
Nico Rosberg says it is "not feasible" for Ferrari to prioritise Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc in the 2026 title race, in a verdict that directly counters Hamilton's push for team orders at Ferrari. Speaking to Sky Sports F1 following qualifying at the Italian Grand Prix, Rosberg addressed sug...
Yuki Tsunoda learns Italian GP fate over alleged restart infringement
Yuki Tsunoda has learned the stewards' verdict over an alleged restart infringement at the Italian GP, with a point-score in P10 hanging in the balance. Filling in for Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls this weekend, the Japanese driver appeared to have lined up improperly on the grid following Charles Le...
Russell responds to Monza podium boos after missing out on Italian GP victory
Mercedes' George Russell has reacted to being booed on the Italian GP podium following his teammate Kimi Antonelli's sensational victory from P19. Finishing second, the Briton was overtaken for the win late on by the home hero. Starting at the back of the grid , Antonelli blasted through the field...
Antonelli's incredible Monza win has Wolff calling him an 'AI agent'
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has compared Kimi Antonelli to an 'AI agent' following the young Italian's incredible Italian GP win from P19. Praising the Italian's development since a topsy-turvy debut season, Wolff made the comparison for a driver now 66 points at the top of the standings. St...
Wolff makes remarkable 'AI agent' comparison after Antonelli's supreme Italian GP
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has compared Kimi Antonelli to an 'AI agent' following the young Italian's incredible Italian GP win from P19. Praising the Italian's development since a topsy-turvy debut season, Wolff made the comparison for a driver now 66 points at the top of the standings. St...
Hamilton calls for 'rules of engagement' at Ferrari: 'At Mercedes, we had it written'
Lewis Hamilton has been critical of both Ferrari and teammate Charles Leclerc's handling of the Italian GP, and has now called for Mercedes-like 'rules of engagement'. The Briton was forced onto the gravel on the opening lap at Monza following a Turn 1 skirmish with his teammate, losing positions as...
Verstappen cynical after the Italian GP in Monza: 'Apparently the fastest engine'
Max Verstappen has responded to his third place in the Italian Grand Prix as he remained realistic about Red Bull's chances of catching Mercedes, raising questions about their power unit. On Viaplay, the Dutchman reflected on his race. He was told that a podium in Monza wasn't on the bingo card. "I...
Charles Leclerc provides health update following huge Italian GP crash
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc has provided details of his condition following a massive crash at Parabolica on Lap 2 of the Italian GP. The Monegasque lost the rear of his Ferrari at the final corner, and slid onto the gravel and into the barrier in what was a heavy impact. Thankfully, Leclerc was quick...
Tsunoda risks losing a point for lining up in the wrong grid position at Italian GP
Yuki Tsunoda risks losing his point after the Italian Grand Prix after all. The Japanese driver has been summoned to the stewards, and a favorable outcome does not seem likely. Things went wrong for Tsunoda at the restart of the Italian Grand Prix, following Charles Leclerc crash. The Racing Bulls...
Verstappen admits he hoped Antonelli and Russell would fight harder at Italian GP
Max Verstappen hoped that Kimi Antonelli and George Russell would fight harder than they did at the Italian GP. Verstappen said this to the Mercedes drivers behind the scenes, before all three headed to the podium. After the Grand Prix, the top three traditionally sit together behind the scenes in...
Marquez's surgeon responds to shocking pictures: 'Will never be normal again'
One of the surgeons behind Marc Marquez’s seven arm operations has explained the MotoGP legend’s shocking pictures of the aftermath. Marquez uploaded a series of pictures to his social media accounts, and one of them showed him doing an arm exercise that caused his followers to be completely stunned...
Antonelli overjoyed after incredible home win at Italian GP: "Unbelievable'
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli has surprised even himself with victory from P19 at the Italian GP. The 20-year-old started at the back of the grid following an engine penalty but pulled off a sensational drive to become the first Italian winner at Monza since Ludovico Scarfiotti for Ferrari in 1966. Afte...
Even Verstappen's class isn't enough for a victory at Italian GP
During the Italian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen once again showcased his exceptional skill in wheel-to-wheel racing. It earned Verstappen another podium, though it ultimately wasn’t enough for a victory at Monza. Max Verstappen started the Italian Grand Prix on the soft tyre, making Red Bull Racing’s...
F1 Full Results | Kimi Antonelli beats George Russell to Italian Grand Prix victory
Kimi Antonelli has won the Italian Grand Prix after passing his teammate George Russell, despite starting in 19th position in what was the best drive of his career so far. There was drama at the start of the race as Charles Leclerc crashed out at the end of Lap 2 at the Parabolica. Leclerc had alrea...
F1 Standings | Kimi Antonelli extends championship lead after stunning comeback drive
Kimi Antonelli has extended his championship lead to 66 points after a brilliant drive, passing George Russell for the victory on Lap 50. Kimi Antonelli, who started 19th, made a flying start to the race and was in the top five by the end of Lap 10 behind Russell, Verstappen, Hamilton and Piastri. B...
Antonelli writes Monza fairytale with sensational charge from P19 to victory
Kimi Antonelli claimed a stunning victory at the Italian Grand Prix after completing an incredible comeback from 19th on the grid, while Charles Leclerc's race ended in heartbreak following a heavy crash in the opening laps. Here is the full recap of the race at Monza. George Russell claimed victory...
Why Fred Vasseur’s Ferrari future is in doubt after Ferrari Monza disappointment
Monza was packed to the rafters with a sea of red, vibrating with an intensity only the Temple of Speed can produce. Tifosi packed every grandstand, not only hoping for a Ferrari victory, but genuinely expecting one. Unlike the hollow hype of years past, this weekend carried genuine optimism. Ferrar...
Ferrari’s Italian GP disaster raises brutal question over Vasseur's future
Monza was packed to the rafters with a sea of red, vibrating with an intensity only the Temple of Speed can produce. Tifosi packed every grandstand, not only hoping for a Ferrari victory, but genuinely expecting one. Unlike the hollow hype of years past, this weekend carried genuine optimism. Ferrar...
Leclerc's Italian GP ends in disaster after high-speed Monza crash
Pierre Gasly held on to the lead from pole position at the start of the Italian Grand Prix, keeping George Russell behind in second place, only to be overtaken by the Mercedes driver on the following lap, while Charles Leclerc crashed out of the race. Here is everything that happened at the start of...
Italian GP red-flagged after Leclerc's high-speed Ferrari crash
Pierre Gasly held on to the lead from pole position at the start of the Italian Grand Prix, keeping George Russell behind in second place, only to be overtaken by the Mercedes driver on the following lap, while Charles Leclerc crashed out of the race. Here is everything that happened at the start of...