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The gist
Kimi Antonelli won the Italian Grand Prix from 19th on the grid. The Mercedes driver's home win extends his championship lead to 242 points.
Background
The 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza was the 16th round of the Formula 1 season. Kimi Antonelli, a Mercedes driver and Italian, started from 19th due to an engine penalty but made a remarkable comeback to win. The race was red-flagged early on the second lap. This win solidified his lead in the drivers' championship.
How it unfolded
- Fri, 04 Sep 2026Practice sessions: Leclerc led FP1, Russell led FP2, and Leclerc topped combined practice times.
- Sat, 05 Sep 2026Pierre Gasly took his maiden F1 pole for Alpine, with Russell second and Piastri third. Antonelli qualified seventh but received an engine penalty.
- Sun, 06 Sep 2026Antonelli won the race from 19th, finishing ahead of Russell and Verstappen. The race was red-flagged early on lap 2.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Race results confirmed Antonelli's victory and his lead in the championship standings.
- Analysts
- Antonelli's drive from 19th to first was described as a remarkable turnaround, highlighting his skill and Mercedes' pace.