In the home Grand Prix, Ferrari returns to high levels and takes pole position.
Carlos Sainz is the fastest in qualifying on the Monza circuit, finishing by just 13 thousandths ahead of the undisputed leader of the world standings Max Verstappen and the other Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc, third 67 thousandths behind his teammate.
George Russell will start from fourth position, Sergio Perez from fifth ahead of Albon, Piastri, Hamilton, Norris and Alonso.
«I have goosebumps», says Sainz after qualifying, «here everywhere there is support, support and encouragement, what a great feeling. And now I want to hold the position, aim for the top step of the podium, it will be necessary to start well and hold on to the start, Verstappen is very strong in terms of race pace».
«Disappointed» instead Charles Leclerc, «but we must be happy because Sainz's pole is a great result for Ferrari. Now we will do everything for the brace».
(Unioneonline/L)
