Kimi Antonelli Wins Miami Grand Prix to Extend Formula 1 Championship Lead

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Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli secured his third consecutive victory at the Miami Grand Prix, further extending his lead in the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship standings.

Key points

  • The 19-year-old Italian driver started from pole position and maintained his lead for the majority of the 57-lap race.
  • McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finished second and third, respectively.
  • The race start was moved forward by two hours due to weather forecasts predicting lightning and thunderstorms.
  • Charles Leclerc of Ferrari finished sixth after a late-race spin, while Max Verstappen of Red Bull placed fifth.

Why it matters

Kimi Antonelli's dominant performance establishes him as a significant contender for the 2026 World Championship, marking a historic start to his career with Mercedes.

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