F1 Italian GP 2025: Full Schedule, How to Watch, and Key Storylines

Formula 1 heads to Monza for the 2025 Italian Grand Prix, with high stakes for championship leaders Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, and immense pressure on Ferrari at their home race.

Why it matters

This race is critical for McLaren, as Oscar Piastri aims to extend his lead after his Zandvoort win, while Lando Norris looks to rebound from his retirement in the Dutch Grand Prix. Ferrari, after a double DNF, must perform for the Tifosi, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton under immense scrutiny.

Key storylines

• McLaren's Dominance: Oscar Piastri leads the championship after a strong win, but Lando Norris, despite his DNF, remains a fierce title contender.
• Ferrari's Home Challenge: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton face immense pressure to deliver a strong result in front of the passionate Italian crowd after a disappointing last race.
• The Wider Field: Max Verstappen aims to close the gap, while other teams vie for crucial points in the constructors' battle.

Race Weekend Schedule (All times Local/CEST)

• Friday, September 5th
  • Practice 1: 13:30 - 14:30
  • Practice 2: 17:00 - 18:00
• Saturday, September 6th
  • Practice 3: 12:30 - 13:30
  • Qualifying: 16:00 - 17:00
• Sunday, September 7th
  • Grand Prix: 15:00

How to Watch

Fans worldwide can catch the action through various broadcasters and streaming services:

• UK: Sky Sports F1, Now TV
• USA: ESPN Network, fuboTV, F1 TV
• Europe (selected):
  • Austria: Servus TV / ORF
  • France: Canal+
  • Germany: Sky
  • Italy: Sky
  • Spain: DAZN
• Asia (selected):
  • Japan: Fuji TV / DAZN
  • China: Shanghai TV / Guangdong TV / Tencent
  • India: FanCode / TATA Play FanCode Sports
• Oceania: Australia (Fox Sports / Foxtel / Kayo), New Zealand (Sky)
• Americas: Canada (RDS / RDS2 / TSN / Noovo), Latin America (ESPN)

Additional Notes

• First Italian GP: 1950 (Monza circuit since 1922).
• Lap Record: Rubens Barrichello (1m21.046s, 2004).
• 2024 Winner: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari).

Current Standings Ahead of Monza

Drivers' Championship

1. Oscar Piastri, McLaren - 309 points
2. Lando Norris, McLaren - 275 points
3. Max Verstappen, Red Bull - 205 points
4. George Russell, Mercedes - 184 points
5. Charles Leclerc, Ferrari - 151 points

• (Full list provided in original article)

Constructors' Championship

1. McLaren - 584 points
2. Ferrari - 260 points
3. Mercedes - 248 points
4. Red Bull - 214 points

• (Full list provided in original article)