The 2008 Italian GP Preview
After the controversy of Spa, we come to the glory of Monza. It may be Ferrari's home track, but if last year is anything to go by, then it is one that suits McLaren - and what a timely boost that would be
After the rolling hills and wildly varying corners of Spa, a completely different challenge awaits the drivers and teams this weekend in the form of a flat-out blast through the Royal Park at Monza.
The last of the ultra high-speed circuits on the calendar, Monza is amongst the oldest venues in grand prix racing. Its thick forests and ghostly banking might seem a stark counterpoint to the Prancing Horse logos and air horns of the wildly enthusiastic local tifosi, but the combination makes for an atmosphere that most other events can only dream of matching.
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