Kimi Antonelli to receive grid penalty at Italian Grand Prix

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Kimi Antonelli to receive grid penalty at Italian Grand Prix
Summary

Kimi Antonelli has announced he will take a grid penalty at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza scheduled for September 3. Mercedes identified power unit issues, which led to Antonelli's situation as he transitions to his fourth power unit of the season. Despite having recently won five consecutive races, he faces challenges on his home track where he has had past difficulties, including a significant crash in 2024. Antonelli aims to use Monza's overtaking opportunities to recover positions during the race.

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By the Numbers
  • •Antonelli confirmed to take a grid penalty at Monza.
  • •Mercedes has concerns over power unit reliability for both Antonelli and George Russell.
  • •Antonelli experienced a DNF this season due to power unit issues.
  • •Monza is known for offering good overtaking opportunities.
  • •The Italian Grand Prix is set for September 3, following the Dutch GP.
Latest Updates
  • 10:47 AMYahoo Sports — Why Kimi Antonelli is taking a F1 grid penalty at Italian Grand Prix
  • 3:43 PMESPN F1 — Monza: Antonelli to take grid penalty at home race
  • 8:51 AMAutosport — Antonelli set for Italian GP grid penalty
  • 8:11 AMMotorsport.com — Mercedes confirms Kimi Antonelli grid penalty in Monza
  • 8:11 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes confirms Kimi Antonelli grid penalty in Monza
  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes accept Monza sacrifice: Wolff explains tactical engine penalty for Antonelli
  • 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kimi Antonelli reveals Mercedes' F1 grid penalty decision
What they're saying
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has confirmed that Kimi Antonelli will take an engine penalty at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, opting to introduce fresh power unit components despite the event serving as the young Italian’s home race. Taking an engine-related grid penalty at Monza is a familiar strategic move in Formula 1 due to the Autodromo Nazionale Monza’s long straights and multiple overtaking opportunities, which make fighting back through the field considerably easier than at most o

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Mercedes has officially decided its Formula 1 world championship leader Kimi Antonelli will start from the back of the grid at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix after it decided to give him a new power unit, exceeding his allowance for the year. Drivers are allowed to use up to four power units for the season, but Mercedes' reliability woes over the first half of the campaign meant it has always ...Keep reading

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Mercedes has officially decided its championship leader Kimi Antonelli will start from the back of the grid at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix after it decided to give the Italian a new power unit, exceeding his allowance for the year. Drivers are allowed to use up to four power units for the season, but Mercedes' reliability woes over the first half of the campaign meant it has always been a ...Keep reading

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