Kimi Antonelli wins Belgian Grand Prix to extend F1 championship lead
Mercedes driver won his sixth GP of 2026 as championship rival and teammate George Russell crashes out on first lap.
Kimi Antonelli strengthened his Formula One championship position with victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, adding another win to what the feed describes as a standout 2026 season for the Mercedes driver.
According to a monitored public feed from Al Jazeera Latest, Antonelli claimed his sixth Grand Prix win of the year at Spa-Francorchamps. The result extended his lead in the championship standings and came on a day that also brought disappointment for his Mercedes teammate and title rival George Russell, who crashed out on the opening lap.
The race outcome gave Mercedes a major success while underscoring Antonelli’s growing momentum in the title fight. With Russell sidelined almost immediately, Antonelli was able to convert the opportunity into another victory, further separating himself at the top of the standings.
The Belgian Grand Prix has long been one of the most demanding rounds on the calendar, and a clean result there can carry added weight in the championship race. For Antonelli, the win marked another milestone in a season that now includes six Grand Prix triumphs, according to the feed summary.
The report is based on a monitored public feed and is attributed to Al Jazeera Latest. No additional details on the finishing order, race incidents, or points gap were included in the feed summary provided.
Source: Al Jazeera Latest - https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/7/19/kimi-antonelli-wins-belgian-grand-prix-to-extend-f1-championship-lead?traffic_source=rss
