The Italian Grand Prix in Monza is one of the most anticipated events of the year, not only for its historical importance and the charm of the “Temple of Speed”, but also because it represents a crucial stage in the fight for the world title. The battle between Red Bull and McLaren is more heated than ever, while Ferrari hopes to shine in front of its fans. And for the Fantamanagers, the time has come to make the right choices to maximize the points up for grabs over the weekend in the Community Club NOW. So let's see our advice to Fanta F1 for the Italian GP in Monza.
The challenge between Red Bull and McLaren promises to be intense: Verstappen and Norris are ready to battle it out on one of the fastest circuits in the world championship, while Ferrari will try to exploit the home advantage to obtain an important result. Compared to last weekend in Holland, there is also something new in Fanta F1: the entry of Franco Colapinto into the roster of available drivers, after the dismissal of Logan Sargeant by Williams.
The Battle at the Top: Red Bull vs. McLaren
Red Bull continues to lead both standings, but McLaren is constantly improving and Monza will be an important test for both teams. Max Verstappen remains the favorite, with a car that is perfectly suited to the characteristics of the Italian circuit, made up of long straights and fast chicanes. But Lando Norris, strong of a strong performance in the last races, is ready to give a hard time. Oscar Piastri, the other McLaren driver, could be an intriguing choice for the Fantasy F1: constantly improving, he could be the wild card of the weekend, especially if the team manages to maximize the performance of its aerodynamic package.
Ferrari: the hope of shining at home
For Ferrari, the Monza weekend is more than just a race: it's a chance to prove themselves in front of their home fans. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz will be looking to seize every opportunity to get on the podium, but the competition will be fierce. Ferrari has shown an inconsistent pace this season, alternating good performances with unexpected difficulties. However, Monza could be the right place to redeem himself. Betting on Leclerc could be a risky but potentially profitable bet for those who play Fantasy F1, while Sainz, who has already shown he can handle pressure, could be a more conservative choice.
News at Fanta F1: the arrival of Franco Colapinto
The other big news concerns the entry of Franco Colapinto in the roster of drivers available for Fantasy F1. The young Argentine, who replaces Logan Sargeant at Williams, will have the opportunity to shine in the final nine races of the season. Colapinto could be an interesting bet for those looking to stand out from the competition in the Fantasy F1 leagues, especially considering his desire to impress and the potential of a Williams that has shown good improvements this year. However, his debut will take place on a complex circuit like Monza, and his performances remain an unknown.
Fanta F1, who to field at Monza
Who to choose between Verstappen and Norris? Is it worth taking a risk with Colapinto or is it better to focus on the more experienced? And Ferrari, will it be able to amaze on its home circuit? Over the Monza weekend, Fantamanagers will have to take into account several factors when making their choices at Fanta F1: the potential speed on the straights, tire management on new asphalt and the weather conditions, which are always unpredictable. For this weekend with 100 credits, the lineup we propose is made up of Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, Valtteri Bottas, Franco Colapinto, Kevin Magnussen.
Monza weekend forecast
Safety Car in the race: Yes
Virtual Safety Car in the race: Yes
Red Flag in the race: No
Drivers distinguish wet or full wet tires in the race: No
Team double in the race: No
Driver who starts on pole wins the race: No
Stables to bring both cars into the top 10: 4
Vehicles forced to retire: 3
