MONZA LOW BATTERY RACING LEAVES DRIVERS UNCERTAIN

Original: Wild, sad or just slow? What drivers expect from F1's low-battery racing at Monza

Drivers share their expectations for Formula 1 racing at Monza with reduced battery power, with varied predictions about the impact on the race.

Monza's high-speed 5.5km layout has always been seen as the ultimate test of speed and horsepower in Formula 1, with a throwback layout that hasn't undergone too many dramatic changes over the last 50 years. In 2026, though? It's complicated. Long straights and high-speed circuits have had a difficu