Imola is a narrow track with limited overtaking opportunities, but it has a lengthy DRS zone. Track position is critical for this race, which makes qualifying even more important. That being said, Pirelli has opted to go softer with the tire compounds for this weekend, which could lead to a variety of strategies.

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri, the current Formula One championship leader, has been awarded the prestigious Lorenzo Bandini Trophy ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. The Australian driver received the trophy for his performances in the 2024 F1 World Championship.

Bologna-born Kimi Antonelli races at Imola, 20 miles away from his home city, for the first time as a Formula 1 driver this weekend, but boss Toto Wolff won't be there to see it

Lewis Hamilton also questioned the FIA's decision to backtrack ahead of this weekend's race at Imola. He adopted a similar stance to his former Mercedes team-mate, branding the saga 'ridiculous' and suggesting the governing body was in a 'mess'.

Formula One's European season kicks off at Imola on Sunday with Lewis Hamilton racing in Italy for the first time as a Ferrari driver while local teen hero Kimi Antonelli makes his home debut with Mercedes.

A smiling and relaxed Lewis Hamilton arrived in the paddock at the Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit, excited for his first race weekend in Imola as a Scuderia driver.

Formula 1 drivers will complete their media duties ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix on Thursday, but Charles Leclerc will not be among them with the Ferrari driver feeling unwell

Formula One's European season kicks off at Imola on Sunday with Lewis Hamilton racing in Italy for the first time as a Ferrari driver while local teen hero Kimi Antonelli makes his home debut with Mercedes.