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Autodromo Nazionale Monza
Circuit Monza.png
Location Monza, Italy
Time zone GMT +1
Major events F1, GP2, F3, 1000 km Monza, WTCC, SBK
Modern Grand Prix Circuit
Length 5.793 km (3.60 mi)
Turns 10
Race lap record 1:21.046 (Brazil Rubens Barrichello, Ferrari, 2004)

The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is a famous motorsport race track. It is located near the town of Monza, Italy, just north of Milan. This track is one of the oldest motor racing tracks in the world.

Autodromo Monza
The start/finish straight at Monza.
Monza aerial photo
An aerial view of the Autodromo of Monza.

The Monza track was built in 1922. Since then, it has been used for the Italian Grand Prix almost every year. It is known for its high speeds and exciting races. Many famous drivers have raced and won here.


History of the Monza Track

The Autodromo Nazionale Monza was one of the first purpose-built race tracks. It was designed to be very fast. The original track had a road course and a high-speed oval section. This allowed cars to reach incredible speeds.

Early Years and Changes

When it first opened, Monza was only the third permanent race track in the world. It quickly became a favorite for big races. Over the years, the track has been changed many times. This was done to make it safer for drivers and to keep up with faster cars.

Why Monza is Special

Monza is often called the "Temple of Speed." This is because it has long straights where cars can go very fast. It is a challenging track for drivers and teams. They need powerful engines and good brakes to do well here. The fans in Italy are very passionate about racing, especially for Ferrari.

Famous Races at Monza

Monza has hosted many important races. The most famous is the Italian Grand Prix, which is part of the F1 World Championship. F1 is the highest class of single-seater auto racing. Other major events held here include:

  • GP2 races, which are a step below F1.
  • F3 races, for younger drivers.
  • The 1000 km Monza, a famous endurance race.
  • Races for the WTCC.
  • SBK motorcycle races.

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