Monza hosts Italian Grand Prix at historic Formula 1 venue
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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Italian Grand Prix takes place this weekend at the Monza circuit. As the site of more Formula 1 races than any other venue, Monza has hosted events during every season since 1950, with the sole exception of 1980. The track is situated in a royal park and is frequently referred to as the cathedral of speed. It serves as the spiritual home for Ferrari and its supporters. Historical highlights at the venue include the 1950 inaugural championship and recent performances, such as the fastest qualifying lap in Formula 1 history set by Max Verstappen last year. The circuit has been the setting for numerous championship-deciding races throughout the sport's history, as well as several moments of significant controversy and tragedy.
- •Monza has hosted Formula 1 races in every year since 1950 except for 1980.
- •Giuseppe Farina remains the only driver to secure a world championship title in his home country.
- •The circuit features original banking sections that were used in competition until 1961.
- •Max Verstappen recorded the fastest qualifying lap in Formula 1 history at this venue last year.
- 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Monza memories - Italian Grand Prix in pictures through the years
- 7:06 AMBBC Sport — Monza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years
"A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
"A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 7:06 AMMonza memories - Italian Grand Prix in pictures through the years
A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
- BBC SportAug 31, 2026, 7:06 AMMonza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years
A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
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