Formula 1 in May 2026: the Italian renaissance arrives at Monaco
Italy has not had a Drivers Championship leader since Alberto Ascari in 1953. In May 2026 it does — Andrea Kimi Antonelli at 19. Monaco on May 24 is where the story consolidates.

Italy has not had a Drivers Championship leader since Alberto Ascari in 1953. In May 2026 it does — Andrea Kimi Antonelli at 19. Monaco on May 24 is where the story consolidates.
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