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Stella: Why Monza was so important
Monza was perhaps the biggest test for the new Formula 1 regulations. Andrea Stella therefore says: “I believe this race will be remembered as the most significant under the new rules.”
“It placed high demands on the quality of implementation. I think we met these, but overall we were not in the fight for victory, as Mercedes had a clear advantage over everyone else,” said the team principal.
Meaning: In his opinion, McLaren actually did everything right regarding the complicated battery management and co. The car was just simply not fast enough.
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Schumacher: Monza a “disgrace” for Ferrari
Since we are talking about experts: Ralf Schumacher found harsh words for Ferrari after yesterday’s race. “That was a kind of disgrace you don’t like to see,” he said on Sky.
“I’m not quite sure what this means for [Frederic Vasseur],” he added and explained: “I hope nothing serious happens after this weekend, because the disappointment will be great.”
On the other hand, it was just one race. And already next weekend in Madrid, Ferrari has the chance to do much better.
Expert already made a prediction
Even before the weekend in Monza, expert Jolyon Palmer said: “If Kimi wins in Monza despite a grid penalty, he is world champion.” He said that would be “a devastating blow” for Russell in the championship.
Now it has actually happened. And at least personally, I wouldn’t bet on any other Formula 1 world champion in 2026 since yesterday …
Fastest lap
Kimi Antonelli not only won yesterday, he also set the fastest lap on the last lap of the race – which surely raised Toto Wolff’s pulse a bit more. The lap is available here again in full video:
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Poor sleep?
After the rather botched home race, not everyone at Ferrari probably had a good night. In our popular Monday column, however, Christian Nimmervoll chose a different protagonist. You can find it here:
Who slept worst last night: George Russell
Who slept best last night: Marco Antonelli
Video analysis Monza 2026
New week, new luck
Good morning and welcome to a new edition of our Formula 1 live ticker. The Italian Grand Prix is behind us – and with it one of the most memorable comebacks in the history of the premier class.
But even aside from Kimi Antonelli’s home victory, a lot happened yesterday, which is why we are here again today to work through the other topics from Monza.
Ruben Zimmermann will accompany you through the day here, and for questions, suggestions, or complaints you can use our contact form. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Here is our live ticker from yesterday again for reading.
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