Lightning McQueen is set to take over the Italian Grand Prix: Photos

Lightning McQueen will be present on track this weekend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Disney and Pixar's Cars franchise. The Lightning McQueen car will also complete a lap around the Monza circuit during the weekend, while the Mercedes-AMG Safety Car will feature a special livery. The event is part of Disney's collaboration with Formula 1.

The aim is to create a landmark crossover moment for Formula 1, Disney, and Pixar fans alike with the seven-time Piston Cup champion present at the famous Italian circuit.

Emily Prazer, Chief Commercial Officer at Formula 1, previously said: "The success of our partnership with Disney has demonstrated what’s possible when two globally loved brands come together around a shared vision for creativity, storytelling and fan engagement. Extending our relationship reflects the strength of that collaboration, and our ambition to continue creating new experiences for fans around the world.