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George Russell aims for F1 championship despite Kimi Antonelli's lead

4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:09 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

George Russell aims for F1 championship despite Kimi Antonelli's lead
Summary

George Russell remains hopeful about becoming the Formula 1 world champion in 2026. Despite trailing Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli by 68 points after six rounds, Russell has won a single race this season, the opener in Melbourne. Antonelli has shown strong form, taking victories in the last five grands prix. With 16 races left in the season, Russell's confidence suggests he still sees a path to reclaiming the championship title. His upcoming performances will be crucial as the season continues.

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By the Numbers
  • •Russell has won one race this season, while Antonelli has five.
  • •Antonelli leads Russell by 68 points in the standings.
  • •There are 16 races remaining in the season.
  • •Russell was a pre-season favorite to win the championship.
Latest Updates
  • 9:09 PMMotorsport.com — George Russell must beat Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona to save F1 title hopes, says David Coulthard
  • 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell must beat Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona to save F1 title hopes, says David Coulthard
  • 10:39 AMMotorsport.com — George Russell: 'I can still become F1 world champion in 2026'
  • 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — George Russell: 'I can still become F1 world champion in 2026'
What they're saying
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Former Formula 1 driver and broadcaster David Coulthard argued George Russell must defeat his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli at the Spanish Grand Prix in order to keep his 2026 championship dreams alive. Antonelli made history on Sunday, becoming the youngest-ever winner of the Monaco Grand Prix. The 19-year-old survived a chaotic race start, a late safety car and the race restart to ...Keep reading

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George Russell is confident he can still become Formula 1 world champion in 2026 despite Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli seemingly romping towards his maiden crown. The 19-year-old has won the past five grands prix to hold a 68-point advantage over Russell, who was the heavy favourite pre-season but has so far only won the Melbourne opener. Yet with just six rounds done and 16 more to ...Keep reading

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The Mercedes driver has failed to score points in the past two grands prix, meaning he holds a huge deficit to team-mate and championship leader Kimi Antonelli

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