Lewis Hamilton sets fastest lap in Formula One history to take pole at Monza

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates after clocking the fastest time (Jennifer Lorenzini/AP)

Lewis Hamilton set the fastest lap in Formula One history to seal a dominant pole position for Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix.

Hamilton flew around Monza’s 3.54 miles of asphalt in 164.267mph on his way to a new track record at the so-called Temple of Speed.