Winners and losers from F1's 2026 Italian Grand Prix
The Race • • sports
Key Points:
- Kimi Antonelli won the Italian Grand Prix from 19th on the grid, showcasing an impressive recovery and solidifying his position as a strong title contender despite some strategic advantages from the virtual safety car.
- Ferrari had a disappointing race at their home Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc retiring and Lewis Hamilton finishing sixth amid team struggles and internal frustrations, highlighting ongoing performance and strategic issues.
- Max Verstappen finished third, recovering well after losing time battling Oscar Piastri, and demonstrated competitiveness by staying in the lead pack despite not contending for victory.
- George Russell secured second place but was disadvantaged by the timing of the mid-race virtual safety car, which allowed Antonelli and Verstappen to pit without losing position, ultimately costing him the win.
- Aston Martin struggled significantly, with both drivers retiring due to technical issues and an off-track incident, underscoring their lack of competitiveness on power-sensitive circuits even after engine upgrades.
