Will Kimi or Ferrari be home heroes? Can McLaren challenge? - Italian GP Preview
Aug 30, 2026 · 43m
Summary
Tom Clark, Jolyon Palmer, and James Hinchcliffe preview the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, analyzing Lando Norris's strong form and whether McLaren can challenge for the title. They discuss Lewis Hamilton's post-race strategy frustration at Zandvoort and Kimi Antonelli's engine penalty, which could make a home win decisive for the championship. The hosts also reflect on Jolyon’s 2016 clash with Fernando Alonso at Monza and assess Aston Martin’s recent progress.
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Intro and recap of Zandvoort race
Lando Norris performance and championship race
Lando's confidence and 'swagger' analysis
Lando vs Oscar Piastri dynamics
Technical analysis: Monza braking and low speed
10th Anniversary of Jenson Button's Monza moment
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Ferrari strategy and Lewis Hamilton's radio
Ferrari outlook for Monza and upgrades
Mercedes: Antonelli vs Russell and reliability
Antonelli's grid penalty and championship pressure
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Aston Martin and Fernando Alonso's Zandvoort race
Alonso's penalty and driver briefing drama
Colo Pinto contract and Alpine/RB battle
Italian Grand Prix predictions
Outro and final sponsors
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