Italian Grand Prix

Italian Grand Prix 2024 Introduction

Formula 1’s 2024 journey around the world continues, as the Italian Grand Prix returns to its iconic avenue the Monza Circuit for the 16th race in the 2024 season. The Italian Grand Prix is the oldest race track and has been a staple of the Formula 1 calendar since 1950, with a rich history dating back to its inception in 1921. The Monza Circuit, with its high-speed straights and challenging corners, is known for producing thrilling overtakes and close battles.

The Italian Grand Prix is a home race for Scuderia Ferrari and both the drivers, Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc, will be eyeing a win among the Red Army. The Red Bull dominance has come to an end since other top teams like Mclaren, Mercedes, and Ferrari have catched up to it. The 2024 Italian Grand Prix is expected to be a fiercely contested race, with all the top drivers fighting for the podium. The championship battle has already heated up and the Italian Grand Prix is a crucial event for the title contenders.

Italian Grand Prix History

The Italian Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious races on the Formula 1 calendar, dating back to 1921. It is the second oldest Grand Prix on the circuit, after the British Grand Prix. The race is typically held in the month of September and has always been held at the Monza Circuit since 1950, except for the years 1955 and 1956. The Grand Prix is famous for its high-speed straights and challenging corners, making the track a fan favourite. The races are held on a permanent asphalt circuit with a length of 5.793 kilometers.

The most successful driver at the Italian Grand Prix is Michael Schumacher with five wins. Other notable drivers with multiple wins at the track are Lewis Hamilton with five wins, and Nelson Piquet with four wins. The 2023 Italian Grand Prix was won by Max Verstappen for the team Red Bull Racing.

Italian Grand Prix Schedule

The Italian Grand Prix will be held from August 30 to September 1. The Qualifying session is going to be held on August 31 from 4:00 PM local time. The final race will take place on Sunday, September 1 from 3:00 PM local time. The Italian Grand Prix is going to be a 53-lap event covering a total race distance of 306.720 km. The Italian Grand Prix schedule has been uploaded by Formula 1.

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Italian Grand Prix 2024 Venue

The Italian Grand Prix 2024 will take place at the Monza circuit, located in Monza, Italy. The track is officially known as the Autodromo Nazionale Mona, the historic track known for its high-speed straights and Ferraris's passionate fan base. The track stretches 5.793 km and features 11 corners, which is called the Temple of Speed. The circuit attributes fast straights and challenging corners, making it one of the iconic Formula 1 races. The fastest lap record at the Italian Grand Prix is held by Rubens Barrichello, who set a time of 1 minute and 21.046 seconds.

Italian Grand Prix 2024 Drivers Standing

The Italian Grand Prix driver standings is led by Max Verstappen. He is followed by Lando Norris with 2 race wins in the 2024 season. Here are the drive standings for the race:

Drivers with the most wins in the tournament

Michael Schumacher holds the record for most wins in the tournament with five wins, achieved in 1996, 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2005. Followed by Lewis Hamilton also with five wins, achieved in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, and 2018. Nelson Piquet stands third in the list with four wins, achieved in 1980, 1983, 1986 and 1987.

Where to watch the Italian Grand Prix 2024

The Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix will be broadcast on different channels worldwide, according to the list on the Formula 1 official website. Here is a list of broadcasters in different countries: