P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Charles Leclerc scored a brilliantly opportunistic victory for Ferrari in the 2024 Italian Grand Prix, defeating Oscar Piastri’s McLaren thanks to a strategic masterstroke at Monza
In the 2024 Italian Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc secured a remarkable victory for Ferrari by outperforming Oscar Piastri’s McLaren with a strategic move at Monza. Ferrari’s decision to stick with a one-stop strategy paid off, with Leclerc showcasing excellent tire management skills and delivering a superb performance. Despite a late charge from Piastri, Leclerc maintained his lead and crossed the finish line 2.6 seconds ahead. Lando Norris, who started from pole position, finished in third after losing positions to Piastri and Leclerc due to a rear slide. McLaren missed an opportunity for a win, as Leclerc executed a race-winning strategy reminiscent of the ‘George Russell Spa’ incident. The race also saw strong performances from Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton, and George Russell, with Alex Albon securing his first points since Williams’ major upgrade. Kevin Magnussen received a penalty for a collision with Pierre Gasly, concluding the eventful Grand Prix at Monza.
