Kimi Antonelli claimed his first Formula One victory at the Italian Grand Prix, becoming Ferrari’s first home winner since 1966.
Kimi Antonelli’s Monza Milestone
The 2008 champion, now 28, produced a sustained attack on Monza, using early passes and precise control to stay ahead after a rough start.
Spectators, once chanting for Leclerc, turned to cheer Antonelli, forming a sea of Italian flags and scarves in the stands.
Ferrari’s Complicated Circuit
Ferrari’s latest aerodynamic and power‑unit upgrades, including a 30‑40 % horsepower improvement, were still unable to outpace the Mercedes‑powered rivals, with the team only two‑tenth faster in qualifying. Lewis Hamilton, despite his experience, remained unable to contest the front three.
Charles Leclerc departed halfway through the race after a collision on the Parabolica exit that sent him into the barriers.
Max Verstappen salvaged a podium, holding third place between the two German machines, amid a steadier energy deployment and a high‑balance lever system.
Alpine and Aston Martin Snapshots
Pierre Gasly, after a commanding pole sprint, slipped to seventh as the French team steadied itself within the midfield.
Alfredo Colapinto described a misstep at the first Lesmo that precluded a front‑row start, his frustration evident in media comments.
The Aston Martin gearbox stuttered, leading to a hydraulic failure for Lance Stroll, while Fernando Alonso exited early due to suspected damage beyond the tyre setup.
With Antonelli’s win under the Italian flag, the season edges closer to a decisive title fight amid unresolved teammate dynamics.
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