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Follow along with live coverage of first practice for the 2024 F1 Italian Grand Prix from Monza.
This weekend, Formula 1 returns to Monza for the Italian Grand Prix, which is the second part of a double-header after the recent race in Zandvoort. Unlike the Dutch Grand Prix, there is no rain expected in Monza, and the drivers will face scorching temperatures starting from Friday. All eyes will be on Mercedes as they introduce their Italian teenage sensation Andrea Kimi Antonelli for the first time, replacing George Russell for FP1. Another driver to keep an eye on is Franco Colapinto, who will take over Logan Sargeant’s seat at Williams for the rest of the season. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris will aim for a strong start to the weekend. Follow our live coverage of Free Practice 1 for the Italian Grand Prix.