Franco Colapinto at the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, live

Pierre Gasly’s pole position at Monza drew applause from members of Ferrari, who welcomed the French driver with smiles and congratulations. Gasly had taken the top spot at the last moment during qualifying, denying Mercedes driver George Russell.

The result prompted a furious reaction from Mercedes director Toto Wolff. As he watched the final times on a monitor, Wolff punched the screen before putting it back in place. The article describes him as a passionate and visceral figure who has reacted violently before.

Fernando Alonso will start the Italian Grand Prix from the pit lane after the FIA found that his car had been checked for engine problems at an unauthorized time before his final Q1 attempt. Alonso had qualified 21st, ahead only of Lance Stroll, but could have started three places higher because of penalties for Kimi Antonelli, Liam Lawson and Alex Albon.

Franco Colapinto found shortcuts on his walk from the circuit entrance to the paddock, even passing under cables to save a few metres. Carrying mate, he eventually reached Alpine’s paddock and met Flavio Briatore and other team members. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was also at Monza. He told ESPN: “I’m coming more for my son than for me because he’s a fanatic. And this circuit is ideal for watching Formula 1.” Monza, opened in 1922, has been part of the championship calendar since 1950 and is known as the “Temple of Speed” for its long straights and few corners.

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I’m coming more for my son than for me because he’s a fanatic. And this circuit is ideal for watching Formula 1.