Carlos Sainz secured top spots throughout the weekend sessions at Monza
In a nail-biting qualifying round for the Italian Grand Prix, Carlos Sainz of Ferrari narrowly edged out Max Verstappen from Red Bull to claim the coveted pole position.
The pole position was a game of musical chairs in the final moments of the qualifying session. Initially, Sainz’s Ferrari teammate, Charles Leclerc, grabbed pole, taking it away from Sainz who led in the first runs. But then Verstappen seized the spotlight, only for Sainz to snatch it back.
Winning over Verstappen by a minuscule margin of 0.013 seconds, Sainz sent the local crowd into a state of jubilation.
Leclerc wasn’t far behind, trailing by only 0.054 seconds, making the top trio separated by an astonishingly close 0.067 seconds across the 3.6-mile expanse of the legendary Monza track.
In a bid for fourth place, Mercedes’ George Russell outshone Red Bull’s Sergio Perez, marking yet another noteworthy performance. Williams’ Alex Albon landed in a respectable sixth position.
Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton found himself in a rather pedestrian eighth place, hemmed in by the McLarens of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Rounding out the top 10 was Fernando Alonso in his Aston Martin.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Italian Grand Prix Qualifying
Who took the pole position in the Italian Grand Prix qualifying?
Carlos Sainz of Ferrari clinched the pole position, narrowly beating Max Verstappen from Red Bull by a margin of 0.013 seconds.
How close were the top three finishers in the qualifying session?
The top three finishers, Carlos Sainz, Max Verstappen, and Charles Leclerc, were astonishingly close. They were separated by just 0.067 seconds over the 3.6-mile Monza circuit.
What was George Russell’s performance like?
George Russell of Mercedes secured the fourth position, outperforming Red Bull’s Sergio Perez. His placement marks another noteworthy performance in his career.
Where did Lewis Hamilton end up in the qualifying round?
Lewis Hamilton finished in eighth place, finding himself wedged between the McLarens of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
Who rounded out the top 10 in the qualifying session?
The top 10 was completed by Fernando Alonso, who was driving for Aston Martin.
How many times did the pole position change hands during the qualifying session?
The pole position changed hands three times in the dying seconds of the qualifying round, making it an especially suspenseful session.
What was the crowd’s reaction to Carlos Sainz taking the pole?
Carlos Sainz’s victory in snagging the pole position sent the home fans into a state of ecstatic celebration.
Were there any surprising performances?
Yes, Williams’ Alex Albon landed in a respectable sixth position, which could be considered a strong performance given the competition.
Who were the drivers sandwiching Lewis Hamilton in the qualifying rankings?
Lewis Hamilton was sandwiched between the McLarens of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who took the seventh and ninth positions respectively.
How did Ferrari’s teammates perform?
Both of Ferrari’s drivers performed exceptionally well. Carlos Sainz took the pole, and Charles Leclerc was very close behind, finishing third and trailing by only 0.054 seconds.
More about Italian Grand Prix Qualifying
- Official F1 Italian Grand Prix Results
- Carlos Sainz’s Career Highlights
- Max Verstappen’s Season Overview
- Charles Leclerc: A Season in Review
- Monza Circuit: History and Facts
- George Russell’s Rise in Formula 1
- The Downfall of Lewis Hamilton This Season
- In-Depth: Aston Martin and Fernando Alonso
- The McLaren Team’s 2023 Season so Far
- Williams F1 Team: The Underdogs of the Season
10 comments
What happened to Hamilton? 8th is not where he belongs. Hope he makes a comeback in the actual race.
Max almost had it! Ugh, so close, yet Sainz had to steal the show. Well, the race isn’t won in qualifying, so let’s see.
Russell in 4th? The kid’s going places. Keep an eye on him, he’s a future champ for sure.
Carlos Sainz is the man! and Leclerc too! Ferrari’s back, baby. watch out Mercedes.
that Monza circuit is a piece of art. historic and yet so brutal. can’t believe they were so close in such a long track.
0.067 secs among the top 3?? that’s just insane. this season’s competition is too close to call.
Been watching F1 since the 90s and let me tell ya, this kind of close qualifying is what the sport needs. reminds me of the old days.
I’m new to F1 but this was just thrilling to watch. Can’t wait for the actual race. Any predictions?
Man, what a qualifying! Sainz really showed up Verstappen, didn’t he? That 0.013 sec is like a blink of an eye, but in F1, it’s a lifetime.
Alex Albon at 6th? wow, Williams really is the dark horse this season. Lovin it!