The Temple of Speed awaits, as Invicta Racing returns from the summer break for Round 11 of the 2025 FIA Formula 2 Championship in Monza, Italy.
Invicta Racing delivered a commanding weekend in Budapest, securing a 1-2 in both Qualifying and the Feature Race, with a maiden pole position for Roman Stanek. Leonardo Fornaroli’s Feature Race victory extended his lead in the Drivers’ Championship, while the team maintained its advantage at the top of the Teams’ standings.
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One of the oldest circuits in mainland Europe, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza is steeped in history and has long been a favourite on the calendar for teams, drivers and fans alike.
Its mix of long, flat-out sections, fast-flowing corners and hard braking zones make for exciting battles and multiple overtaking opportunities.
Its complex corner sequences, meanwhile, demand expert precision, with strong exits crucial for lap time and mistakes easily punished, particularly in Qualifying.
Key corners
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Turn 3: A flat-out right-hander, the Curva Grande sets up entry for the second chicane. Maintaining speed and positioning is key for defending or setting up a pass.
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Turns 8-10: The Ascari Chicane is a technical sequence where commitment and rhythm are crucial. A good run through the chicane can impact speed down the back straight.
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Turn 11: The Parabolica is a long, high-speed right-hand corner where carrying maximum speed on exit is crucial as it leads onto the main straight.
Track stats
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Length: 3.59 miles / 5.79km
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Turns: 11
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DRS zones: 2
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Sprint Race laps: 21
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Feature Race laps: 30
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Invicta Racing has had several memorable races at Monza – none more so than Gabriel Bortoleto’s remarkable drive from last to first in the 2024 FIA Formula 2 Feature Race.
Leonardo and Roman have each stood on this iconic podium in the past, with Leonardo also clinching the FIA Formula 3 Championship here in 2024.
Best results
- Invicta Racing: P1 (Gabriel Bortoleto, 2024 FIA Formula 2 Championship, Feature Race)
- Leonardo Fornaroli: P2 (2024 FIA Formula 3 Championship, Feature Race)
- Roman Stanek: P2 (2019 Formula 4 Italian Championship, Race 3)
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James Robinson, TEAM PRINCIPAL
“We’ve had a strong first half of the season, and the summer break has allowed the team to recharge and focus on the final four rounds. Monza is a great place to restart the campaign, with its low downforce demands and emphasis on straight-line speed. Our recent performances have been strong, but we know consistency and maximising every opportunity will be vital if we’re to remain firmly in the championship fight.”
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Live timing for all sessions can be found here.
