Formula 1 teams travel to Monza for the Italian Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 7:52 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Formula 1 reaches the 13th round of the 2026 season with the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, scheduled for 4-6 September. Lando Norris arrives at the circuit following back-to-back wins, having recently signed a contract extension with McLaren that spans through 2030. In the current drivers' standings, Kimi Antonelli holds a 59-point lead over team-mate George Russell, with Lewis Hamilton following in third. The weekend program begins with practice sessions on Friday, leading to the 53-lap race on Sunday at 14:00 BST. Forecasts indicate high temperatures reaching 34C throughout the event. BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra will provide comprehensive commentary, and race coverage is also available via BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website.
- •The Italian Grand Prix takes place at Monza from 4-6 September.
- •Lando Norris enters the weekend after winning two consecutive races.
- •Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' championship standings.
- •Sunday's 53-lap race begins at 14:00 BST.
- •Weather forecasts predict temperatures of up to 34C for the weekend.
- 7:52 AMYahoo Sports — How to follow Italian Grand Prix on the BBC
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