India, Sept. 5 -- F1 Italian GP 2026 qualifying results: Pierre Gasly produced one of the biggest qualifying surprises of the 2026 Formula 1 season by taking pole position for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. The Alpine driver delivered a stunning 1:21.786 in Q3 to edge Mercedes' George Russell by just 0.060 seconds. Oscar Piastri qualified third for McLaren, while Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton secured fourth and fifth respectively at their home race.

Max Verstappen could manage only sixth, with championship contenders separated by fine margins. The F1 qualifying result sets up a fascinating Italian GP, with Gasly leading a competitive field into Sunday's race.

Pierre Gasly Takes Sensational Italian GP Pole

Pierre Gasly ...