MONZATEMPLE OF SPEED
The Fastest Circuit in F1 — Where the Tifosi roar and legends are made at 360 km/h.
The History of Monza
Over a century of speed
Autodromo Nazionale Monza opened in 1922, making it one of the oldest purpose-built racing circuits in the world. Located in a royal park north of Milan, it has hosted a Grand Prix every year since 1950 (except 1980).
Monza is known as the Temple of Speed for good reason. Its long straights and fast corners produce the highest average speeds on the F1 calendar. Cars regularly exceed 360 km/h on the main straight, and the race is often decided by slipstreaming battles.
The circuit's iconic corners—Curva Grande, the Lesmo curves, Ascari, and Parabolica (now Alboreto)—have witnessed countless legendary moments. The old banked oval, though no longer used, still stands as a monument to the circuit's dangerous past.
But Monza is more than just a circuit—it's Ferrari's home race. The Tifosi, Ferrari's passionate fans, create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. When Ferrari wins at Monza, the celebrations are legendary.
The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is a pilgrimage for F1 fans. The sea of red, the roar of the crowd, and the history in every corner make it one of the most special weekends in motorsport.
Legendary Moments
The races that made Monza legendary
The First Italian GP
Monza hosts the final round of the first-ever F1 World Championship. Giuseppe Farina wins the race and the title for Alfa Romeo.
The Closest Finish Ever
Peter Gethin wins by 0.01 seconds in a five-car photo finish. The top five are covered by 0.61 seconds—still the closest finish in F1 history.
Ferrari's Emotional Victory
Just weeks after Enzo Ferrari's death, Gerhard Berger and Michele Alboreto finish 1-2 for Ferrari. The Tifosi celebrate one of the most emotional wins ever.
Vettel's Breakthrough
Sebastian Vettel, aged 21, wins in the rain for Toro Rosso, becoming the youngest GP winner in history at the time.
Leclerc Conquers Monza
Charles Leclerc wins for Ferrari at Monza, holding off both Mercedes in a thrilling finish. The Tifosi storm the track in celebration.
Gasly's Miracle
Pierre Gasly wins for AlphaTauri in a chaotic race, taking his first F1 victory at the Temple of Speed.
Monza Champions
The kings of the Temple of Speed
Michael Schumacher
Germany • 1996, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2006
Lewis Hamilton
UK • 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018
Nelson Piquet
Brazil • 1980, 1983, 1986, 1987
Juan Manuel Fangio
Argentina • 1953, 1954, 1955
Rubens Barrichello
Brazil • 2002, 2004, 2009
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