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F1 prepares for Dutch GP as Antonelli races under alias in Germany

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

F1 prepares for Dutch GP as Antonelli races under alias in Germany
Summary

Formula 1 returns this weekend at Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix, following a summer break. Home driver Max Verstappen and teammate Isack Hadjar will wear special race suits to honor the racing event. Kimi Antonelli, currently leading the Drivers' standings, recently participated in a German karting event using the alias 'Franz Antonelli,' reminiscent of Verstappen's prior disguise. The race weekend schedule includes a Friday practice session and Saturday’s Sprint, culminating in the Grand Prix on Sunday.

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  • •F1 returns from a four-week summer break at Zandvoort.
  • •Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar will wear special suits for the event.
  • •Kimi Antonelli leads the Drivers' standings by 50 points.
  • •Friday features free practice, with the Grand Prix on Sunday.
  • •Antonelli raced in Germany under the alias 'Franz Antonelli'.
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  • 7:01 AMYahoo Sports — F1 LIVE | F1 nears return from summer break, as 'Franz Antonelli' takes part in German karting event
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Welcome to GPblog's daily live blog, where we'll keep you updated with all the biggest Formula 1 stories throughout the day as the sport nears its return from the summer break this week. Race week! F1 nears return from summer break - here is the Dutch GP schedule After nearly four weeks, F1 is back.

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