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F1: Leclerc and Russell shine in practice sessions at Monza

Leclerc and Russell battle for the top spot in the first practice sessions at Monza, with high temperatures.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the first practice session at Monza, Charles Leclerc achieved the fastest time, followed by George Russell. During FP2, Russell then surpassed Leclerc, finishing in first place, while Antonelli secured third position, according to Rai News.

The asphalt temperatures reached 56 degrees, contributing to challenging driving conditions. Kimi Raikkonen, despite currently leading the championship, will face a penalty and start from the back of the grid in Sunday's race, as reported by Rai News and ANSA. The Ferraris showed competitiveness, with Hamilton finishing the second session in fifth place.

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