PRESENTED THE FORMULA 1 PIRELLI GRAND PRIX OF ITALY 2025: IT WILL BE A RECORD-BREAKING EDITION

2 September 2025
|In News
|By Andrea Cremonesi

ust a few days remain before the engines of the twenty single-seaters roar to life for the Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio d’Italia 2025, the 16th round of the World Championship, set against the stunning backdrop of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The event was officially presented this morning in the “Sala Regione” at the legendary Lombardy circuit.

In attendance were the President of the Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana, the Mayor of Monza Paolo Pilotto, and Martina Riva, Sports Councillor for the Municipality of Milan.

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, sent a video message of greeting. There were also virtual appearances from Matteo Salvini, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, and Andrea Abodi, Minister for Sport and Youth Policies.

Hosting the ceremony were Tullio Del Sette, Special Commissioner of the Automobile Club d’Italia (ACI), Giovanni Battista Tombolato, ACI Deputy Commissioner, Geronimo La Russa, newly elected ACI President and still acting as President of AC Milan, and Giuseppe Redaelli, President of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza.

During the event, a memorandum of understanding was also signed between the Lombardy Region and ACI for future investments.

Tullio Del Sette (Special Commissioner, ACI)

“The 96th Italian Grand Prix, in the 75th year of the Formula 1 World Championship, promises to be a hugely successful edition. Over the three race days — Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — we are set to break the attendance record set last year.
But it won’t just be about racing: the Monza Grand Prix will also highlight key values beyond sport, such as Italian identity, sustainability, and solidarity.
The ‘One Driver, One Tree’ initiative will be enhanced this year by planting a clone of the Saint Francis Cypress, a symbol of peace and environmental respect. This marks the beginning of a large-scale reforestation project, led by ACI together with the Lombardy Region, the Parco della Valle del Lambro, and the Villa Reale Consortium, to restore the woodlands of the Monza Park damaged by a natural disaster in July 2023.
For the first time, the Fan Zone will also include stations dedicated to cardiovascular health prevention and blood donation throughout the weekend.
On the track, Sunday will feature emotionally charged moments, including a parachute jump by the Folgore Brigade of the Italian Army carrying the Italian flag, the ACI and FIA flags, a flyover by the Frecce Tricolori, and a performance of the National Anthem by the Carabinieri Band and tenor Vittorio Grigolo.
Monza is motorsport, but it is also culture. The circuit aims to serve not only as a venue for competitions but also as a historic heritage site to be preserved. ACI is committed to involving all central, regional, and local institutions in restoring the now-dilapidated High-Speed Oval.
Let’s not forget that the first Grand Prix in Italy took place in 1921 in Montichiari, and since then, Monza has hosted 89 editions, making it the most prestigious motorsport event in the country — a source of pride and responsibility for ACI as the National Sporting Federation for motorsport.”

Giovanni Battista Tombolato (Deputy Commissioner, ACI)

“The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is a sacred place for motorsport. The record-breaking crowd is proof of the passion that surrounds this event.
This season has seen McLaren dominate, but as an Italian, I hope that, like last year, Ferrari can achieve something extraordinary.
They have the drivers to do it: Charles Leclerc, who won on his Monza debut in 2019 and again last year, and Lewis Hamilton, who received a grid penalty in the Netherlands but still holds five wins at Monza, tying the all-time record with Ferrari legend Michael Schumacher.
We also hope for a great weekend from the young Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli, whose development has been strongly supported by ACI — a source of great pride for us.”

Geronimo La Russa (President-elect, ACI)

“The Temple of Speed represents the essence of motorsport: history, bravery, and innovation, all brought to life by the overwhelming passion of the fans, making each race a unique experience.
The 2025 Italian Grand Prix will be not just a sporting event, but a true celebration of our national motorsport identity.
It coincides with anniversaries that speak to the hearts of fans and reinforce Italy’s leadership in the field:

  • Ferrari will mark the 50th anniversary of Niki Lauda’s world title, won here in 1975 with the iconic 312T.

  • On September 6, Alfa Romeo will celebrate 100 years since its first of five World Championships, achieved at Monza in 1925 by Gastone Brilli-Peri in the P2.
    These anniversaries, along with F1’s 75th season, create a bridge between past and future, celebrating a legacy that is enriched each year with new feats on the Monza track.
    Monza is the most beautiful circuit in the world not just because of speed, but because it holds the dreams and achievements that have made motorsport immortal.”

Stefano Domenicali (President & CEO, Formula 1)

“The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is far more than a circuit — it is a symbol of the passion and tradition linking Formula 1 with Italy.
Since the inaugural F1 Championship in 1950, the Italian Grand Prix at Monza has been an almost constant fixture on our calendar.
I want to thank the Automobile Club d’Italia, the Italian Government, and the Lombardy Region for their ongoing support and collaboration, which have allowed this iconic event to continue growing and evolving.
Most importantly, I want to thank the Italian fans, whose boundless enthusiasm makes this race truly unique year after year.
I can’t wait to experience another unforgettable Grand Prix with hundreds of thousands of fans this weekend.”

Attilio Fontana (President, Lombardy Region)

“The 96th edition of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix reaffirms Monza’s century-old circuit as the definitive Temple of Speed.
The upgrade and improvement works to the track and facilities, to which the Lombardy Region made a tangible contribution, are plain for all to see.
However, the issue of the concession between the Villa Reale Consortium and ACI must still be resolved, as ACI needs to confirm the possibility of holding the Grand Prix beyond 2028 by the end of 2026.
I’m confident a solution will be found, through teamwork among institutions united by a shared goal of keeping this prestigious international event in Monza.
Two other points of pride:

  • Tickets for Sunday, September 7, are already sold out — a fantastic result.

  • The mobility plan for the Grand Prix has become a case study for the Madrid municipal police, who will debut on the F1 calendar in 2026. Another great achievement.”

Paolo Pilotto (Mayor of Monza & President, Villa Reale and Park Consortium)

“Organizing the Italian Grand Prix — an ever-growing attraction — is the result of teamwork among institutions, lasting the entire year from one race to the next, requiring constant adjustments to further improve both the sporting event and the city’s hospitality.
10,000 extra parking spaces, special trains and shuttle buses, coordinated multi-agency traffic management — all combine with cultural, entertainment, and tourism initiatives offered throughout the event, enhancing the experience for visitors from over 60 countries.
Focus on the development and continuous improvement of the Autodromo goes hand-in-hand with the beauty of the 700-hectare Park that hosts it.
In this spirit, the Lombardy Region’s major reforestation effort is planned to address the loss of trees caused by the 2023 storms — all within the Autodromo’s surroundings.”

Martina Riva (Councillor for Sport, Tourism and Youth Policies, City of Milan)

“The Italian Grand Prix is far more than a race — it’s an event that ignites the passion of hundreds of thousands of people every year, placing Milan and Monza at the center of the global stage.
Its inclusion on the F1 calendar until 2031 is a recognition of the Autodromo’s historical value and organizational ability, as well as of the strength of the region, which continues to welcome world-class events with professionalism and vision.
For Milan, the Grand Prix means tourism, economic growth, and global visibility — a legacy that grows year after year, confirming that sport is a strategic tool for urban development.”

Giuseppe Redaelli (President, Autodromo Nazionale Monza)

“The record-breaking numbers for the 2025 Formula 1 Pirelli Italian Grand Prix are proof not only of Formula 1’s growing popularity, but also of the immense affection for Monza.
To welcome fans in the best possible way, we have made major investments in services and infrastructure:

  • Over 4,000 new grandstand seats in grass areas (more than doubled)

  • A total of 34 grandstands and 36 large screens
    Inclusion is a core value:

    • Dedicated grandstands and equipped areas for people with disabilities

    • Free water and sunscreen in collaboration with BrianzAcque and LILT
      With ATS Brianza, we’ll also recover unsold meals for redistribution — as in 2024, when over 3.5 tons of food were donated to 270 families in need.
      We’re also partnering with third-sector organizations like PizzAut and Openhouse, which promote job inclusion for young people with disabilities.
      Finally, local engagement is growing thanks to the ‘Fuori GP’ initiative, which now involves seven neighboring municipalities, showing how this event is a shared treasure for the entire Brianza area.
      It’s a true team effort that unites sport, passion, solidarity, and sustainability.”