P1 with Matt and Tommy Reaction to Italian GP qualifying
Sep 6, 2025
What a thrilling qualifying session at Monza! The hosts dive into surprising performances and intense rivalries, especially among teams like Racing Bulls and Alpine. Discussions center on strategic overtakings, tire performance, and the crucial significance of qualifying results. Anticipation builds for the race start, particularly with Lando Norris's tactics against Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc's expected aggression. They also reminisce about highlights from last year's race, wrapping up with humor and insights into the competitive landscape.
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Quali Was A Proper Thriller
- The hosts called Monza qualifying a thrilling, unpredictable session that stayed tense until the last laps.
- Tom and Matt said variety between teams is exactly what F1 needs to keep fans engaged.
Hadjar's Rapid Fall And Frustration
- Matt and Tom discussed Isack Hadjar's drop from podium contender to Q1 exit and his complaint about outlap/strategy issues.
- Hadjar admitted a rare mistake and blamed outlap shenanigans with other cars and team signalling.
Car-Specific Track Fit Matters
- Tom suggested Red Bull's car might not suit Monza's unique layout, explaining Racing Bulls looked off-pace this weekend.
- He noted Monza's characteristics can expose cars that usually perform steadily across most tracks.