Antonelli's Monza miracle: home hero storms from 19th to glory
The young Italian swept past George Russell and Max Verstappen in one of F1's great recovery drives, taking the championship lead to Madrid after a weekend heavy with Schumacher tributes at Monza.
Monza Masterclass
Kimi Antonelli storms from 19th to win Monza thriller for Mercedes
Kimi Antonelli produced one of Formula 1’s great recovery drives at Monza, overtaking his way from 19th on the grid to beat George Russell and Max Verstappen in his home Italian Grand Prix.
Verstappen takes Monza podium as Red Bull finally finds race pace
Max Verstappen finished third at Monza after an aggressive drive that beat both McLarens, giving Red Bull renewed confidence despite Mercedes remaining out of reach.
Kimi Antonelli wins 2026 Italian Grand Prix as Monza duel with George Russell opens F1 mailbag
The Athletic has opened its Italian Grand Prix mailbag after Kimi Antonelli's victory at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix, with readers invited to put their questions to the publication's F1 experts about the young Italian's win and his on-track battle with Mercedes team-mate George Russell at Monza.
Pirelli serves up 'FRAGILE' crockery trophy for Monza podium
As title sponsor of its home race, Pirelli has unveiled a 2026 Italian GP podium trophy made of stacked silvery cups and bowls by artistic duo Vedovamazzei, continuing a six-year tradition of bespoke Monza trophies.
Schumacher at 30
Vettel drives Schumacher’s Ferrari F2002 in emotional Monza tribute
Sebastian Vettel drove Michael Schumacher’s title-winning Ferrari F2002 at Monza, marking 30 years since Schumacher joined Ferrari and adding a poignant tribute to an already historic Italian Grand Prix weekend.
Ferrari unveil Schumacher tribute livery for Monza home race
Ferrari will run a special one-off livery honoring Michael Schumacher at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, marking 30 years since the German joined the team, with retro 1996-inspired design, seven stars for his titles, and former teammates returning for demonstrations.
2026 Overhaul
F1's DRS era ends as 2026 Overtake Mode draws doubts from Piastri, Leclerc and Russell
Formula One's 2026 regulation overhaul replaces DRS with active aero and a new Overtake Mode. Drivers and team principals warn passing could be harder, with electrical energy management now decisive in every move.
F1's Engine Compression Row: Mercedes and Red Bull Under Fire Over 2026 Loophole
A political storm has erupted in Formula 1 over whether Mercedes and Red Bull have exploited a loophole in the new 2026 engine compression ratio regulations, potentially gaining a performance edge when engines run hot on track. The FIA has proposed a rule change requiring compliance at operating temperature, with a vote underway among power unit manufacturers.
Gasly loses Monaco podium after FIA court reinstates penalty
The FIA International Court of Appeal reinstated Pierre Gasly’s Monaco Grand Prix penalties, dropping him from third to seventh and reopening questions about the governing body’s timing and appeal procedures.
F1 drivers rally against penalty point system as Verstappen skirts race ban
As the FIA publishes its penalty and driving standard guidelines for the first time, Formula One drivers including Alex Albon, Max Verstappen, Ollie Bearman, Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly question whether the 12-point race ban system is too harsh for minor infractions.
Paddock & Calendar
Red Bull hire Tom McCullough as McLaren extend Norris and debut H-Wing
Red Bull will bring in ex-Aston Martin engineer Tom McCullough as head of racing from 2027, while McLaren have tied Lando Norris down to a new long-term deal and are set to race their Ferrari-inspired rotating 'H-Wing' rear wing.
Lando Norris Launches LN4 Fusion Racing Team to Compete Across Junior Motorsport from 2027
Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has founded LN4 Fusion, a new racing team set to compete in Formula 2, Formula 3, and Formula 4 from 2027, alongside a fully-funded driver development programme aimed at creating opportunities for young talent.
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New Madrid Circuit Set to Shake Up Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix
Formula 1 heads to Madrid for the first Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring circuit, where close walls, high-speed corners and a long banked turn are expected to produce an unpredictable weekend. Kimi Antonelli arrives as championship leader, while Max Verstappen has warned that the track could be a “car killer.”
Isack Hadjar ruled out of Italian Grand Prix with wrist injury as Lawson keeps Red Bull seat
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar will miss the 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza, his second consecutive race weekend sidelined by a wrist injury suffered during the summer break. Liam Lawson remains in the Red Bull seat and Yuki Tsunoda stays at Racing Bulls for the weekend.
F1 delays decision on Qatar and Abu Dhabi finale amid Middle East conflict
With the Middle East war having already cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, F1 will wait until mid-September to rule on its Qatar and Abu Dhabi season finales, with Imola a possible European replacement if they cannot proceed.
Formula 1 confirms three-day ‘F1 Live Milan’ fan event ahead of 2027 season
Formula 1 will stage a three-day ‘F1 Live Milan’ event in Italy from 18-20 February 2027 ahead of the new season, expanding on last year’s F1 75 Live. The programme combines a three-day Milan Fan Festival with an evening ‘F1 The Show’ featuring drivers and team principals.
