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Max Verstappen’s McLaren-beating drive wasn’t the only standout at the Italian GP. Here’s our pick of F1’s winners and losers from Monza
McLaren’s five-race winning streak was ended by Max Verstappen and Red Bull at the 2025 Italian Grand Prix, where notable performances and controversies stirred up the race.
McLaren, finishing 2nd and 3rd, faced backlash for their team orders debacle at Monza, where they prioritized Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri despite a slow tire change for Norris.
Max Verstappen’s surprising dominance left McLaren stunned, emphasizing their disappointment in not meeting their desired performance.
Verstappen’s stellar win at Monza underlined Red Bull’s ongoing strength, contrasting with McLaren’s struggles and controversies.
Ferrari, landing 4th and 6th, failed to make a substantial impact at their home circuit, with Charles Leclerc’s efforts falling short of higher positions without support from McLaren.
Alex Albon impressed with a 7th-place finish, strengthening his position as a key player in the tightly contested midfield battle, ultimately elevating Williams in the constructors’ championship standings.
