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Ferrari’s upgraded Monza weekend fell short after first-chicane incidents

Ferrari arrived at the Italian Grand Prix with further car upgrades and a new power unit, aiming to move forward at Monza. Those hopes of fighting for victory were derailed by events at the first chicane, prompting questions about whether the team needs to address hard truths after the weekend.

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September 9, 2026
Ferrari’s upgraded Monza weekend fell short after first-chicane incidents

Ferrari’s home race at Monza was expected to be an opportunity to show progress. The team introduced additional car upgrades and a new power unit over the Italian Grand Prix weekend as it looked to take a step in the right direction.

Instead, Ferrari’s bid to challenge for victory was undone at the first chicane. The weekend was later framed as a low point for Ferrari at Monza, with commentary questioning whether the team now needs to confront some uncomfortable truths after the dramas there.

Among the reactions was a call to "lock the drivers in a room," underscoring the scrutiny that followed Ferrari’s Monza weekend.

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