Felipe Massa was one of only seven drivers who ventured out amid very adverse weather conditions in Saturday's final free practice session.

The 60-minute session was delayed 44 minutes as the rain pounded down over Monza, leaving just 16 minutes of track time.

The bulk of the field elected to remain dry in the garages but Williams made it a one-two with Massa heading the timesheet in front of team mate Lance Stroll.

Nico Hulkenberg was another bold driver to brace the conditions, setting the fourth fastest time while Sainz, Palmer, Ericsson and Dany Kvyat completed the list of those who registered a time.

Italian Grand Prix - Free practice 3 results

Pos Driver Team Time Gap Laps
1 Felipe Massa Williams 1:40.660s 4
2 Lance Stroll Williams 1:40.888s + 0.228s 4
3 Nico Hülkenberg Renault 1:41.491s + 0.831s 4
4 Carlos Sainz Toro Rosso 1:41.515s + 0.855s 5
5 Jolyon Palmer Renault 1:44.369s + 3.709s 4
6 Marcus Ericsson Sauber 1:44.701s + 4.041s 3
7 Daniil Kvyat Toro Rosso 1:45.033s + 4.373s 4
8 Daniel Ricciardo Red Bull 1
9 Max Verstappen Red Bull 1
10 Sebastian Vettel Ferrari 3
11 Kimi Räikkönen Ferrari 4
12 Fernando Alonso McLaren 2
13 Stoffel Vandoorne McLaren 4
14 Romain Grosjean Haas 1
15 Kevin Magnussen Haas 1
16 Esteban Ocon Force India 2
17 Pascal Wehrlein Sauber 2
18 Valtteri Bottas Mercedes 1
19 Sergio Pérez Force India 1
20 Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 1

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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