What happened: Antonelli won the Italian Grand Prix after recovering from an engine-related grid penalty and overtaking Mercedes teammate George Russell late. Wolff said the second-year driver processed the pressure and setbacks of his rookie season faster than the team expected.

Why it matters: The result puts the 20-year-old 66 points clear of Russell, who has conceded that a comeback will be exceptionally difficult. With 10 meetings left, Antonelli controls a title race that began with Russell as the preseason favorite.

What to watch: Antonelli takes the championship lead to the Spanish Grand Prix on Sept. 11-13. Mercedes' management of its two title contenders remains in focus.