F1 Italian GP Qualifying: Hamilton Seeks Dominant Victory as Russell Benefits from Antonelli’s Tow

Updates are ongoing from the qualifying session for the 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza, where Lewis Hamilton is pursuing what has been described as a “phenomenal” victory. Meanwhile, Sky Sports has restored its primary commentary team for the event, with Lazenby, Brundle, and Croft returning after skipping the previous race at Zandvoort during an extended summer break.

Attention is also focused on George Russell’s prospects in practice, where he secured his first places with assistance from teammate Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli provided a tow for Russell, a strategic move likely to be repeated during qualifying. The young Italian driver, who faces a penalty sending him to the back of the grid, has no penalty points remaining to lose, making him an ideal partner for slipstreaming efforts.