Antonelli Wins Italian GP Sept 6 2026 From 19th

Kimi Antonelli secured a dramatic victory at the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Monza, charging from 19th on the grid to win his home race and significantly extend his championship lead. The race was marked by early chaos, a red flag, strategic battles, and a thrilling late duel with his Mercedes teammate George Russell. The Grand Prix was disrupted almost immediately. Pole sitter Pierre Gasly initially held off George Russell, but Russell soon took the lead. Further back, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc collided at the first chicane, sending Hamilton wide. Leclerc then lost control at the Parabolica on lap two, crashing heavily and triggering a red flag for extensive repairs. Following the stoppage, Russell inherited pole position for the restart, with Max Verstappen and Franco Colapinto also moving into the top positions. Drivers were permitted to change tires, with Verstappen opting for mediums while many others chose hard compounds. Antonelli, who started 19th due to a planned power unit change exceeding his seasonal allocation, had already made significant progress before the red flag.