Max Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, setting a new Formula One record with his 10th consecutive victory. The Red Bull driver started the race in second place but passed Carlos Sainz on lap 15 to take the lead. He then pulled away from the field to win by over 10 seconds.
Max Verstappen on the podium with Sergio Pérez and Carlos Sainz, who finished second and third-Image Source: Shutterstock
Verstappen’s victory extends his lead in the Drivers’ Championship to 145 points over teammate Sergio Perez. The Dutchman is now on course to win the title with six races remaining.
The race was also notable for the battle between the Ferrari drivers, Sainz and Charles Leclerc. The two teammates were fighting for third place for much of the race, and they came close to colliding on several occasions. In the end, Sainz finished third and Leclerc fourth.
The full results of the Italian Grand Prix are as follows:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
- Sergio Perez (Red Bull)
- Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
- George Russell (Mercedes)
- Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)
- Alex Albon (Williams)
- Lando Norris (McLaren)
- Fernando Alonso (Alpine)
- Valtteri Bottas (Alfa Romeo)
| Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull |
| 3 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari |
| 4 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 5 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
| 7 | Alex Albon | Williams |
| 8 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 9 | Fernando Alonso | Alpine |
| 10 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo |
Verstappen’s victory was dominant, and it is clear that he is the driver to beat in Formula One right now. The Dutchman has been in incredible form all season, and he is showing no signs of slowing down.
The battle between the Ferrari drivers was also interesting, and it is clear that they are both capable of winning races. However, they need to be more careful if they want to avoid colliding with each other.
The Italian Grand Prix was a thrilling race, and it was a fitting way to mark Verstappen’s record-breaking victory. It will be interesting to see if he can continue his dominance in the coming races.
