Pierre Gasly secures pole position for Alpine at Italian Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 9:37 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Pierre Gasly claimed pole position for Alpine during the qualifying session at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. Technical analysis identifies the return of the team's pre-existing lay-back rear wing as a critical component in the car's performance. Alpine also executed precise coordination during the session to manage towing positions effectively. This strategy allowed Gasly to utilize a slipstream on the high-speed track to improve his lap time significantly. The team's successful management of the qualifying session enabled Gasly to beat the field for the top starting spot. Alpine continues to evaluate its technical setup following the weekend performance in Italy.
- •Pierre Gasly secured pole position for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza.
- •Alpine utilized a pre-existing lay-back wing configuration for the weekend.
- •The team effectively coordinated towing positions to gain slipstream advantages.
- •The slipstream provided extra lap time on the elongated Monza track.
"Mark Hughes assesses the key impact of Alpine's decision to bring back their pre-existing lay-back wing for the Italian Grand Prix weekend.
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