The Valencia flood disaster continued to dominate Italian media, with the death toll rising to 217. King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Sanchez faced violent protests during their visit to the affected areas. Protesters threw mud, shouted "assassins," and Sanchez was reportedly hit by a stick. The royal visit to Chiva was cancelled due to the hostile reception.
In other news, the Brazilian Grand Prix qualifying saw unexpected results, with Norris taking pole and Verstappen starting 17th. The upcoming US presidential election gained attention, with Harris leading in Iowa polls and Trump alleging potential fraud. Trump's inflammatory rhetoric, including comments about violence against media, sparked controversy.
The day concluded with reports of Verstappen's victory in the Brazilian Grand Prix and continued coverage of the protests in Valencia.