George Russell leads final practice ahead of Italian Grand Prix qualifying
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
George Russell set the fastest lap during the final practice session at Monza on Friday, September 5, 2026. Drivers and teams prepare for the qualifying session scheduled for 15:00 BST to determine the grid for the Italian Grand Prix. Strategy discussions have focused on the potential use of slipstreaming to gain speed around the track. Additional news surrounding the event includes reports on Antonelli and a recent FIA appeal court ruling regarding Briatore. Listeners in the UK may access audio commentary through Radio 5 Sports Extra 2.
- •George Russell topped the time sheets in the final practice session at Monza.
- •Qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix begins at 15:00 BST.
- •Teams are evaluating the strategic advantage of slipstreaming for qualifying runs.
- •The FIA appeal court recently addressed a claim involving Briatore.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Italian GP qualifying: Will slipstreaming be decisive in fight for pole?
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