Monza – the temple of speed – and Ferrari: a pairing that every motorsport fan dreams of. After a difficult weekend in the Netherlands, the Prancing Horse is looking to bounce back at a circuit that has played a key role in the history of the Maranello-based team.

This weekend is even more special than usual, as Ferrari celebrates 50 years since Austrian legend Niki Lauda clinched his first world championship title. Ferrari’s liveries, uniforms, and race suits will all pay tribute to Lauda and his legacy. It was 1975 when Lauda secured the title right here at Monza, finishing third in the Ferrari 312 T on September 7th (the race was won by Clay Regazzoni).

For the occasion, the SF-25s of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton will sport a unique light blue livery inspired by Lauda’s car: the same shade of red from 50 years ago, white longitudinal stripes on the bodywork, pilot names in cursive script, black race numbers set in white rectangular number plates. The rear wing is painted in metallic silver, evoking the aluminum used in that era, while the engine cover is white, and the wheels feature a design reminiscent of vintage rims.

The team is wearing special uniforms: the iconic rectangular Ferrari logo will replace the usual crest, which will appear only on the cars. Leclerc and Hamilton will also wear custom suits, boots, and helmets designed in 1970s style and colors.

“My memory of Niki Lauda? We were in Monaco, he came up to me and said some sincere and kind words. I’ll never forget that,” said Leclerc, who has already won twice at Monza. “A quality of his I wish I had? His courage – his refusal to ever give up. No one embodies that like Niki.”

“I used to talk a lot with Niki, but since I was at Mercedes, we never mentioned the Prancing Horse. I wish we had,” added Hamilton, who is preparing for his first Monza weekend as a Ferrari driver. “It’s an incredible feeling. The fans here are special – pure passion. Starting with a five-place grid penalty isn’t ideal, but I’ll give it everything I’ve got.”

As Ferrari returns to its home track, the legacy of Lauda – his courage, determination, and iconic presence – lives on in every detail, both on and off the track.