Key takeaways
- Monza tribute: Ferrari will race a special livery on the SF-26 at Monza to celebrate 30 years since Michael Schumacher’s debut with the team.
- Modern F310 reinterpretation: According to AutoRacer, the design will combine classic red and black accents with gold wheels, inspired by the 1996 F310.
- ADUO engine boost: Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc expect an upgraded power unit under ADUO regulations to boost top speed along Monza’s long straights.
Preparing to race before its home crowd at Monza—the 13th round of the 2026 Formula 1 season—Ferrari is designing a special livery for the SF-26. The initiative honors Michael Schumacher by incorporating a layout inspired by the 1996 F310, marking the beginning of the seven-time World Champion’s historic career in Maranello.
According to Italian outlet AutoRacer, the team led by Frédéric Vasseur does not plan to create a direct replica of the F310. Instead, designers will reinterpret the iconic red and black color scheme alongside gold wheels, adapted to fit modern graphic and commercial requirements.
After winning back-to-back titles with Benetton in 1994 and 1995, Schumacher joined Ferrari in 1996. He secured three victories that season in Spain, Belgium, and Italy. That foundation led to an era of dominance starting in 2000, where the German driver claimed five consecutive World Drivers’ Championships. Schumacher secured 71 total victories with Maranello, standing atop the podium in Ferrari red for the final time at the 2006 Chinese Grand Prix.
Currently second in the 2026 Constructors’ Championship, Ferrari trails Mercedes by 87 points while fending off McLaren, which secured consecutive victories in Hungary and Zandvoort with Lando Norris. To maximize performance along Monza’s long straights, Ferrari expects Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to run an updated power unit specification made available through the ADUO (Additional Development and Update Opportunities) framework.
Schumacher’s health has remained private since his late 2013 skiing accident in Méribel, France, where he sustained severe head injuries after falling in an off-piste area.
The news comes as Honda highlights Fernando Alonso’s trust in its engine project
, while Red Bull confirms Max Verstappen will attempt to overtake 100 karts in a special event at Silverstone
. Meanwhile, lap time data reveals Charles Leclerc’s delayed pit stop cost Lewis Hamilton a podium at Zandvoort.
Formula 1 returns from September 4–6 at Monza for the Italian Grand Prix, the 13th round of the 2026 season. GRANDE PRÊMIO provides complete live coverage of all track action. Follow all updates on our news page.
World Championship Standings (Top 5 after Dutch GP)
Pos
Driver
Team
Engine
Points
1
Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Mercedes
Mercedes
242
2
George Russell
Mercedes
Mercedes
183
3
Lewis Hamilton
Ferrari
Ferrari
183
4
Lando Norris
McLaren
Mercedes
159
5
Charles Leclerc
Ferrari
Ferrari
155
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
1. Why is Ferrari running a special livery at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
Ferrari is running a special livery to mark the 30th anniversary of Michael Schumacher joining the team in 1996.
2. What design elements will be featured on the special SF-26 livery?
The livery will reinterpret the 1996 Ferrari F310, featuring a combination of red and black accents paired with gold wheels.
3. How many races did Michael Schumacher win with Ferrari?
Michael Schumacher won 71 Grands Prix and five World Drivers’ Championships during his tenure with Ferrari.
