Kimi Antonelli wins Italian Grand Prix at Monza after starting from 19th

The 13th Grand Prix of the 2026 Formula 1 season concluded in Monza on September 6, featuring a historic victory for Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli. Despite being forced to start from 19th place due to an engine change penalty, the 20-year-old Italian executed a remarkable comeback, eventually overtaking his teammate George Russell three laps before the finish. This win marks the first time an Italian has won the Monza Grand Prix since 1966.

The race weekend began with Ferrari showing strong pace during the first free practice, where Charles Leclerc set the fastest time. Mercedes responded in the second session, with Russell topping the timesheets. During Saturday's qualifying, Alpine’s Pierre Gasly secured a surprise pole position, but he was unable to maintain the lead during the race, ultimately finishing in seventh place.

The final race was marked by significant incidents, including an early high-speed crash involving Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the third lap, leading to his retirement alongside Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll. Max Verstappen secured the final spot on the podium, followed by Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. The event concluded with Antonelli celebrating his seventh career victory in front of his home crowd.