Antonelli claims Belgian GP victory ahead of Leclerc as Russell retires

Kimi Antonelli secured his sixth win of the season at the Belgian Grand Prix, held on July 19, 2026. Antonelli narrowly defeated Ferrari's Charles Leclerc by 1.9 seconds, while Max Verstappen finished third. The race saw early drama, including a collision between Mercedes teammate George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, resulting in Russell's retirement. Antonelli's win extends his lead in the championship standings, while Leclerc missed a chance at back-to-back victories. Following the race, Hamilton faces an investigation for an unsafe release after serving a time penalty.