Monza - Race
Pierre Gasly surprised everyone when he qualified on pole in Monza, beating the Championship-leading Mercedes, as well as the home favourites, Ferrari. The frontrunners were thus eager to return to their "rightful" positions and push the Alpine back into the midfield. For some, the determination led to success. For others, it ended in tragedy. Tensions were high at the starting grid of Formula One's quickest circuit. The two Ferrari drivers both wanted to shine in front of the Italian audience. Lewis Hamilton, who was starting behind his teammate, wasted no time before attempting an overtake. Charles Leclerc held his position, but ended up pushing the Brit off the circuit at the first chicane in the process, making him lose a few places. As they fought, Oscar Piastri tried to move past the Red Bull of Max Verstappen, but the Dutchman quickly regained his position. The first minutes of the Grand Prix were busy for Leclerc, who, alongside the man in front of him, George ...