Andrea Kimi Antonelli wins the Spanish Grand Prix, extends championship lead

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Andrea Kimi Antonelli wins the Spanish Grand Prix, extends championship lead
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes secured victory at the Spanish Grand Prix on September 13, 2026, held at the MADRING circuit in Madrid. After starting from second position, Antonelli took the lead following a virtual safety car incident triggered by Lance Stroll's crash. He finished four seconds ahead of Max Verstappen, with Lando Norris claiming third. Antonelli's win marks his eighth of the season and extends his lead in the drivers' championship to 81 points over teammate George Russell. Lewis Hamilton retired due to brake issues, placing him further behind in the standings.

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  • Antonelli extends drivers' championship lead to 81 points.
  • Lewis Hamilton retires early with brake issues.
  • Max Verstappen finishes second; Lando Norris completes the podium.
  • Charles Leclerc is the only Ferrari finisher in fourth.
  • The next race will be held in Asia as the season continues.
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  • 12:28 PMYahoo SportsF1 Standings 2026 After The Spanish Grand Prix
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Here's how the F1 standings look after round 14 of the 2026 season in Madrid, Spain.

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