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On Sunday, June 14, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza will host the 14th Paracycling GP PD3R Monza, a prestigious official event of the 2026 Coppa Italia di Società, organized under the auspices of the Italian Cycling Federation – Paralympic Sector, with the patronage of the Regional Council of Lombardy, the FCI Lombardy Regional Committee, and the Municipality of Monza.

The 2026 edition promises to be an event of particular sporting and institutional significance. Through Presidential Resolution CRL-FCI No. 16 of June 4, 2026, the competition has officially been awarded Lombardy Regional Championship status for its category, confirming the event’s technical and organizational excellence within the national paracycling scene.

This year’s Paracycling GP Monza also carries special meaning for the organizing club, Piccoli Diavoli 3ruote ASD-ETS, which is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its foundation. For two decades, the association has promoted Paralympic sport and social inclusion through cycling, contributing to the growth of the movement and the spread of its core values.

The day’s program will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the gathering of athletes and participating clubs, followed by registration procedures and pre-race checks. The first race will start at 2:00 p.m., featuring the H, T, HO, TO and Under-14 male and female categories. The second race will begin at 3:45 p.m., dedicated to the B and C male and female categories. The event will conclude at 5:45 p.m. with the awards ceremony and the presentation of the Lombardy Regional Champion jerseys for each category.

Last year’s edition welcomed more than 100 athletes. Once again, the circuit of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza is preparing to host an event that successfully combines high-level competition, excitement and inclusion, reaffirming its place among the most significant events on the national paracycling calendar.

A weekend filled with excitement, adrenaline and top-level motorsport unfolded at the Monza National Circuit during the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS 3 Hours race. A total of 43,461 fans made their way to the Temple of Speed to witness one of the most eagerly anticipated endurance events of the season.

The race, which finished behind the Safety Car following an incident at the First Chicane, was won by the Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II fielded by German team Tresor Attempto Racing and driven by Rocco Mazzola, Denmark’s Sebastian Gaard and Israel’s Ariel Levi.

There was no shortage of drama during the three-hour contest. The first major incident occurred just a few hundred metres after the start, again at the First Chicane, involving several cars and requiring intervention from Race Control. Another key moment was the early retirement of the No. 46 Team WRT BMW driven by Valentino Rossi, which came to a halt at the end of the pit lane.

Lorenzo Patrese finished ninth overall and first in the Bronze Cup aboard the Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO II entered by Kessel Racing and shared with American driver Dustin Blattner and Germany’s Dennis Marshall. Arthur Leclerc, meanwhile, finished 11th overall in the sister AF Corse Ferrari, shared with Indonesia’s Sean Gelael and French driver Lilou Wadoux.

Away from the track action, the Fan Zone proved to be a major attraction. The many activities organised throughout the weekend enjoyed strong participation, helping to make the event experience even more engaging.

Younger visitors had fun in the dedicated Kids Area, while fans had the opportunity to visit the official merchandise stores and take home a souvenir from the event. Beach volleyball, table tennis and the DJ Set entertainment were also particularly popular.

Great enthusiasm also surrounded the Meet & Greet sessions, which gave spectators the chance to meet some of the race protagonists, collect autographs and take photographs, enjoying a unique close-up experience with the drivers. The performance of the Italian National Anthem by the Angelo Masciadri Alpine Fanfare Band from Asso (Como) was another emotional highlight of the weekend.

The Monza weekend also delivered plenty of action in the support races that completed a packed racing programme. In the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, victory went to American driver David Thilenius and Germany’s Jay Mo Hartling at the wheel of the SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm Mercedes-AMG GT2. Riccardo Ianniello and Estonia’s Gregor Jeets also celebrated success in the McLaren Trophy Europe with Target Racing. In the GT Cup Europe, German duo Enrico Förderer and Cedric Fuchs claimed victory in the Mercedes entered by SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm.

The next event at the Monza National Circuit will be the ACI Racing Weekend, scheduled to take place from 19 to 21 June 2026.

A weekend filled with excitement, adrenaline and top-level motorsport unfolded at the Monza National Circuit during the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS 3 Hours race. A total of 43,461 fans made their way to the Temple of Speed to witness one of the most eagerly anticipated endurance events of the season.

The race, which finished behind the Safety Car following an incident at the First Chicane, was won by the Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II fielded by German team Tresor Attempto Racing and driven by Rocco Mazzola, Denmark’s Sebastian Gaard and Israel’s Ariel Levi.

There was no shortage of drama during the three-hour contest. The first major incident occurred just a few hundred metres after the start, again at the First Chicane, involving several cars and requiring intervention from Race Control. Another key moment was the early retirement of the No. 46 Team WRT BMW driven by Valentino Rossi, which came to a halt at the end of the pit lane.

Lorenzo Patrese finished ninth overall and first in the Bronze Cup aboard the Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO II entered by Kessel Racing and shared with American driver Dustin Blattner and Germany’s Dennis Marshall. Arthur Leclerc, meanwhile, finished 11th overall in the sister AF Corse Ferrari, shared with Indonesia’s Sean Gelael and French driver Lilou Wadoux.

Away from the track action, the Fan Zone proved to be a major attraction. The many activities organised throughout the weekend enjoyed strong participation, helping to make the event experience even more engaging.

Younger visitors had fun in the dedicated Kids Area, while fans had the opportunity to visit the official merchandise stores and take home a souvenir from the event. Beach volleyball, table tennis and the DJ Set entertainment were also particularly popular.

Great enthusiasm also surrounded the Meet & Greet sessions, which gave spectators the chance to meet some of the race protagonists, collect autographs and take photographs, enjoying a unique close-up experience with the drivers. The performance of the Italian National Anthem by the Angelo Masciadri Alpine Fanfare Band from Asso (Como) was another emotional highlight of the weekend.

The Monza weekend also delivered plenty of action in the support races that completed a packed racing programme. In the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, victory went to American driver David Thilenius and Germany’s Jay Mo Hartling at the wheel of the SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm Mercedes-AMG GT2. Riccardo Ianniello and Estonia’s Gregor Jeets also celebrated success in the McLaren Trophy Europe with Target Racing. In the GT Cup Europe, German duo Enrico Förderer and Cedric Fuchs claimed victory in the Mercedes entered by SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm.

The next event at the Monza National Circuit will be the ACI Racing Weekend, scheduled to take place from 19 to 21 June 2026.

Thousands of fans made their way to the Autodromo Nazionale Monza today, Saturday, May 30, for the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS.

The activities organized in the Fan Zone, set up in the former museum area, proved especially popular. Late in the morning, the Meet & Greet and autograph session attracted large numbers of fans, giving them the opportunity to meet the championship’s leading drivers up close.

A similarly enthusiastic response was seen in the late afternoon during the Pit Walk, which allowed spectators to access the pit lane and experience the paddock atmosphere firsthand. The autograph session once again drew significant public participation.

Attention is now turning to tomorrow’s final day, Sunday, May 31, when thousands of spectators are expected to attend. Qualifying for the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS will take place from 9:35 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., determining the starting grid for the 3-Hour race, which is scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. Earlier in the day, competitors from the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli (Race 2 at 11:55 a.m.), McLaren Trophy Europe (Race 2 at 12:35 p.m.), and GT4 European Series (Race 2 at 1:50 p.m.) will also take to the track.

Fans attending the Monza circuit will be able to enjoy a full 360-degree experience thanks to the many activities planned in the Fan Zone, including DJ sets, a Meet & Greet session (11:30 a.m. in the Fan Zone), a kids’ area, sports attractions, and merchandise stores. Several food and beverage outlets will also be available both in the Fan Zone and throughout the venue.

Before the start of the main race, the starting grid will be enlivened by a performance from the Fanfara Alpina Angelo Masciadri di Asso, which will perform a concert during the pre-grid activities and subsequently play the Italian National Anthem.

On the sporting front, today’s action featured the first races of the weekend. In the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli, victory went to Belgian driver Antoine Potty (Maserati, 4Race). In the McLaren Trophy Europe, Portuguese driver Lourenco Monteiro (SMC Motorsport) claimed the win, while in the GT4 European Series, German driver Cedric Fuchs (Mercedes-AMG, SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm) took top honors.

Admission tomorrow will cost €30.

The legendary Monza circuit is set to host an action-packed weekend as the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS arrives with more than 130 cars competing across multiple categories. A total of 57 GT3 entries representing 10 manufacturers will headline the event, bringing some of the biggest names in international motorsport to the Temple of Speed.

Among the most anticipated drivers is nine-time motorcycle world champion Valentino Rossi, who will race the #46 BMW M4 GT3 EVO for Team WRT. Also attracting attention is Arthur Leclerc, brother of Formula 1 star Charles Leclerc, who will compete behind the wheel of an AF Corse Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO.

The support categories will add even more excitement throughout the weekend. The McLaren Trophy Europe opens its 2026 season at Monza with a 16-car grid, while the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli features 21 entries. The GT4 European Series completes the impressive lineup with more than 40 cars from 10 different brands.

Fans attending the event will be able to enjoy a full entertainment experience both on and off the track. The Monza Circuit Shop, located near the Fangio Statue, will remain open throughout the weekend, offering official circuit merchandise and exclusive memorabilia.

The heart of the fan experience will be the Fanzone in the former museum area, designed for visitors of all ages. Attractions include a Kids Area, giant screens showing live race coverage, food stands, a Green Volley court powered by Vero Volley, a Pepsi Relax Area and live DJ sets scheduled throughout Saturday and Sunday.

Food and beverage services will be available around the circuit, including the Monza Circuit Café and several refreshment points located behind the main straight grandstands and near the Variante del Rettifilo area.

The weekend will also provide multiple opportunities for fans to meet the drivers through autograph sessions and meet-and-greet events inside the Fanzone. Additional access to the pitlane will be available on Saturday evening during the special Pit Walk session, where spectators can get closer to the teams and drivers.

Grid Walk ticket holders will have exclusive pre-race access to the track before both Saturday and Sunday races. Access will be granted through Gate 5 outside the paddock area, with dedicated wristbands available for collection at the Monza Circuit Shop.

Ahead of Sunday’s main race, scheduled to start at 3:30 PM, spectators in the Central Grandstand will take part in a special choreographed fan moment featuring Monza-branded flags to celebrate the start of the GT World Challenge Europe race.

Friday admission to the circuit will be free for all visitors. Tickets for the remainder of the weekend are priced at €20 for Saturday, €30 for Sunday, or €40 for a full weekend pass. All tickets include free access to the paddock and available grandstands.

Autodromo Nazionale Monza announces the launch of the 2026 Fan Experiences, a rich program of activities designed to enliven selected weekends through October during both sporting and non-sporting events.

Activities will begin on Sunday, May 17, and throughout the various weekends they will gradually be set up inside the Fanzone located in the former Museum area.

Following the great success achieved in 2025, the circuit will once again offer some of the initiatives most appreciated by the public: the kids’ area dedicated to younger visitors, featuring electric mini quads and bicycles; the photo corner with the iconic “Monza Circuit” sign; and, during race weekends, musical entertainment with DJ sets.

Among the new features for 2026 are a new relaxation area with deck chairs and umbrellas, designed to offer moments of rest and leisure, and the Autodromo Train, which will allow visitors to discover — through dedicated tours — some of the most iconic locations of the Temple of Speed, such as the banked curves (“Sopraelevate”). On selected days, the Autodromo Train will also have access to the track, giving visitors the opportunity to complete a lap of the circuit that hosts the annual Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix.

On Saturdays and Sundays, the Autodromo Train will also operate a shuttle service from Porta Villasanta to the circuit Info Point, with an intermediate stop at Porta Vedano near the entrance gate.

During selected events, the flag choreography displays in the Central Grandstand will also return.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy tasty food and refreshing drinks thanks to the presence — on selected weekends — of food trucks, joining the Monza Circuit Café, which is open every day and serves as a constant reference point for welcoming visitors and fans.

“Our intention is to make this unique area increasingly accessible — in an organized, orderly, and safe way — where the activities of the Autodromo and those of the Parco di Monza coexist harmoniously, allowing both traditional circuit users and park visitors to enjoy this space while respecting the rules and operational needs of the circuit,” underlined the President of Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Giuseppe Redaelli.

Activities for the public may be subject to changes due to weather conditions. Programs and updates for the various weekends will be shared through the official website monzanet.it in the calendar section, as well as through the social media channels of Autodromo Nazionale Monza.

During the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, the Fanzone located in the Roccolo area — between the Alta Velocità straight and the straight opposite the pit lane — will also be active.