Kimi Antonelli analyzes Max Verstappen data during Italian Grand Prix practice sessions

Kimi Antonelli gained technical insights by following Max Verstappen during the second practice session for the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. While George Russell set the fastest lap time of the afternoon session, Antonelli finished third, trailing Charles Leclerc who led the morning practice. Antonelli currently holds a 59-point lead over Russell in the drivers' championship standings. The Italian driver faces a grid penalty for Sunday's race, requiring him to navigate through the field to minimize potential championship point losses. He noted that Ferrari has improved its engine performance, suggesting a competitive qualifying session is expected on Saturday. Mercedes continues to evaluate data gathered during the practice runs to address the performance of both drivers ahead of the weekend's race.

• 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Antonelli explains what he learned following Verstappen during Italian GP FP2 session