Italian Grand Prix 2000 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Michael Schumacher responded to his Spa setback with a commanding victory at Monza, silencing Ferrari's passionate Tifosi critics with a perfectly judged performance at the Temple of Speed. The German driver controlled the race from the front, managing his strategy and race pace immaculately on Ferrari's home circuit. Mika Häkkinen finished second for McLaren, but couldn't match Schumacher's pace on the high-speed Italian circuit, with the Ferrari's superior power and slipstream advantage proving decisive.

Ralf Schumacher completed the podium for Williams, with the younger Schumacher brother continuing his strong season. The victory at Monza was emotionally significant for Ferrari and Michael Schumacher, coming at the team's home race where expectations are always sky-high. The Tifosi's roar as Schumacher crossed the line echoed around the historic parkland circuit, and the German's celebration demonstrated the pressure he had felt coming into the weekend. The win re-established Schumacher's championship lead heading into the flyaway races and proved that Ferrari could deliver under the most intense pressure.