The High Speed Hype and Hard Reality: What Max Verstappen's Monza Story Says About Records and Repeat Performance Max Verstappen shattered two long standing records at the 2025 Italian Grand Prix, setting a new benchmark for average speed in qualifying and dominating the race.
His blistering performance left Lewis Hamilton's 2020 record in the dust by almost three kilometers per hour.
This achievement was particularly impressive given Monza's unique demands on drivers and teams – balancing straight line speed with stability through heavy braking zones.