Kimi Antonelli clinched victory in the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his fourth consecutive win in Formula 1 history. This achievement extends his lead in the Drivers’ Championship to 43 points. His Mercedes teammate, George Russell, faced an unfortunate retirement due to a power unit failure after an intense battle lasting 31 laps.
Thrilling Battle at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
The Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve was marked by an exhilarating skirmish between Antonelli and Russell, as both drivers swapped positions frequently. Early in the race, Antonelli nearly collided with Russell, and later they made minor contact without significant damage. Sky Sports F1’s Martin Brundle noted the intensity of their rivalry, stating, “We are in for a classic season with nothing between Russell and Antonelli.”
Hamilton and Verstappen Complete the Podium
- Lewis Hamilton secured second place, achieving his best finish of the season with Ferrari.
- Max Verstappen finished third, enjoying his first podium of 2026.
- Charles Leclerc took fourth despite a late half-spin.
Ferrari now holds second place in the Constructors’ Championship. Both McLaren drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, faced challenges following incorrect tire strategies and suffered retirements. Norris withdrew due to a suspected gearbox failure, while Piastri received a 10-second time penalty after colliding with Alex Albon.
Race Results and Statistics
| Position | Driver | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 1:28:15.758 |
| 2 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | +10.768 |
| 3 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | +11.276 |
| 4 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +44.151 |
| 5 | Isack Hadjar | Red Bull | +1 lap |
| 6 | Franco Colapinto | Alpine | +1 lap |
| 7 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls | +1 lap |
| 8 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1 lap |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | Williams | +1 lap |
| 10 | Oliver Bearman | Haas | +1 lap |
Upcoming Races
The next event in the Formula 1 calendar is the Monaco Grand Prix, kicking off the European summer swing. This sequence of six races will unfold over the next eight weeks, promising further excitement for fans and drivers alike.
