The Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix kicked off with an eventful start as young driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli made his debut in the first practice session with Mercedes, while Franco Colapinto replaced Logan Sargeant at Williams. The qualifying schedule, broadcast details, and weather forecast for the exciting race weekend at Monza are also covered.
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In a thrilling second free practice session at the 2024 Italian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton asserted his dominance, setting a record-breaking lap time to top the timesheets ahead of Lando Norris. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen struggled with a Parabolica slip and mid-session stoppage, leaving Red Bull outside the top 10.
Ahead of the 2024 Italian Grand Prix, the €21m-upgrade to the Monza circuit has generated intense discussion in the Formula 1 paddock. Drivers have voiced concerns about the impact of the lowered and flattened kerbs at the famous Ascari chicane, raising questions about track limits and the potential for the spectacle to be impacted.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s brief but spectacular outing in the Mercedes W15 during Friday’s Free Practice 1 at Monza may have ended in a 45G crash, but it has further convinced the team of his incredible talent. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff praised the young driver’s ‘astonishing’ speed, which pushed the car beyond its limits, leading to the accident.
Top Formula 1 team principals shared their thoughts on the proposed rookie sprint race, Kimi’s performance, and the 2026 regulations during a press conference at the Italian Grand Prix. Toto Wolff, Frédéric Vasseur, and Andreas Seidl expressed support for the sprint race plan and discussed the sport’s future developments.
Formula 1 is considering a proposal for a sprint race exclusively for rookie drivers following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tyre test. While Mercedes’ George Russell supports the idea, reigning world champion Max Verstappen expresses reservations about the timing and logistics of the event. The F1 Commission will discuss the proposal at the end of September, as stakeholders weigh the merits of this initiative to boost on-track opportunities for young talent.
As the 2022 Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix approaches, Red Bull Racing plans to continue its investigation into the RB20’s loss of competitiveness by experimenting with a hybrid floor design. The team is determined to understand why its car has fallen behind closest rivals McLaren and Mercedes in recent races.
Formula 1 drivers are up in arms over the recent changes made to the Monza circuit, particularly the new flat kerbs. They argue the modifications have compromised the track’s iconic character and were implemented without proper consultation, sparking widespread discontent.
As the Formula 1 calendar moves to Monza, Italy, for the upcoming Grand Prix, a host of drivers have expressed their disapproval of the recent changes made to the iconic ‘old school’ track. While some, like Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda, lament the loss of the circuit’s unique character, others, like Lewis Hamilton, reserve judgment until they experience the revisions firsthand. The significance of understanding the track updates is highlighted by Aston Martin’s decision to have their regular drivers participate in FP1 to gain early experience with the altered layout.
As the 2023 Formula 1 season reaches a critical juncture, McLaren is well aware that it requires additional upgrades to its MCL38 car to stay ahead of Red Bull at select tracks on the calendar. Despite Lando Norris’s impressive advantage over Max Verstappen at the Dutch Grand Prix, the team knows it cannot rest on its laurels, especially with the championship fight still closely contested.