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10 things we learned from the 2023 F1 Italian Grand Prix

The Formula 1 record books were rewritten once again at Monza, as Max Verstappen broke new ground by becoming the first driver ever to win 10 grands prix in a row. As his rival for the 2021 world championship Lewis Hamilton confirmed a two-year extension to his Mercedes deal and Ferrari put up a tough challenge to Red Bull, here's what we learned at the Italian GP

Although Ferrari threw everything it had at securing victory in its home Formula 1 race at Monza, Red Bull proved too strong over the Italian Grand Prix weekend.

It seemed inevitable that Max Verstappen would break the record for most consecutive wins in Ferrari's backyard, but that didn't stop the Scuderia - willed on by the scarlet-draped crowds - attempting to rain on the reigning champion's parade.

Ferrari's willingness to take the fight to Red Bull followed a weekend of contract extensions, potential flashpoints in an otherwise tepid driver market, and technical directives as the concept of flexi-wings once again returned to the paddock lexicon.

Here are the 10 things that we learned from the 2023 edition of the Italian Grand Prix.

1. Verstappen ends dispute over a 70-year-old record with 10th consecutive win

Source: Autosport

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