Where the Formula 1 World Championship heads next
The Italian Grand Prix will greet the action at Monza as the F1 season presses on. The narrative centers on Max Verstappen and the Dutch squad’s ongoing bid for a second world title, with Ferrari celebrating a milestone like its 75th anniversary as they prepare to honor their drivers. The racecourse in Italy will host teams and fans alike as the championship nears a crucial stage, and the mood is charged with history and rivalry.
Verstappen has completed 15 of 22 races this season, and the points gap with Charles Leclerc remains tight. The Monza event is a chance for Ferrari, alongside Carlos Sainz, to reclaim podium glory for a team that hasn’t stood on the top step at this circuit since 2019. The pressure is real and the expectations high as the title picture continues to evolve through the European stretch of the calendar.
In recent seasons, the Monza podium has surprised fans. For example, in 2020 Pierre Gasly delivered a standout finish with AlphaTauri, while Carlos Sainz, then with McLaren, was poised for a win but settled for second. The following year in Australia, Daniel Ricciardo achieved a memorable podium with McLaren. These moments underscore Monza’s tendency to deliver dramatic outcomes beyond the usual contenders.
Carlos Sainz faced some penalties in the Dutch Grand Prix due to an unsafe pit strategy, which cost him track position. Again, that race highlighted the tight margins involved in Formula 1, where even small timing errors can flip the order on a single lap. Across the grid, Fernando Alonso produced a dramatic comeback that moved him up the standings, illustrating the ever-present potential for late-race shifts.
As the season unfolds, Red Bull remains ahead in the constructors’ battle, with a comfortable advantage over Ferrari. Mercedes sits in third place, carrying the weight of a season that will be remembered for its ups and downs in the modern era of the sport. The championship fight remains open, and every race adds another layer to the storyline surrounding the top teams and their key drivers.
Where to watch Formula 1 races?
For fans who cannot be in the stands, there are multiple ways to catch the action on television. The schedule for broadcasting often includes partnerships with major networks, ensuring that the racing remains accessible to a wide audience. In this period, some markets may rely on subscription services to stream the events live, while others provide coverage through dedicated sports channels. The excitement of the sport translates well to television, with the pace and drama of qualifying and the race itself keeping viewers engaged from start to finish.
If access to traditional TV is limited, live streams are a popular option for following the action in real time. Viewers should ensure they choose legitimate streaming services to enjoy uninterrupted coverage and to support the teams and competitors who produce the performances fans crave.
Italian GP schedule
Friday, September 9:
Free practice 1: 14:00
Free practice 2: 17:00
Saturday, September 10:
Free practice 3: 13:00
Classification: 16:00
Sunday, September 11:
Race: 15.00 (53 laps)
When are Formula 1 races?
The 2022 season commonly featured Sunday races around 15:00 local time, following a pattern seen in 2021 as well. The calendar spans multiple continents, with events in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Oceania. The sport’s global footprint continues to grow as teams travel to diverse circuits across the year, bringing the drama of racing to fans around the world. This international reach helps keep the championship lively and widely followed by viewers and analysts alike. [Source: Formula 1]