George Russell trails Kimi Antonelli in 2026 Formula 1 championship standings
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
George Russell has acknowledged his disadvantage in the 2026 Formula 1 title race, currently trailing Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli by 66 points with ten races remaining. Russell attributed his struggles earlier in the season to a driving style that did not align with the 2026 vehicle specifications. He noted that he has since adjusted his approach and outqualified Antonelli in three consecutive sessions following the summer break. Despite these improvements, Antonelli secured a victory in Monza last weekend after starting from 19th position. Antonelli stated he remains focused on individual race performance rather than the championship standings, while Russell admitted he requires luck and stronger race results to close the gap. The pair will compete next in Madrid.
- •George Russell trails Kimi Antonelli by 66 points in the Formula 1 standings.
- •Ten rounds remain in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
- •Kimi Antonelli won last weekend at Monza after starting from 19th place.
- •George Russell has outqualified his teammate in three consecutive sessions post-summer break.
- 6:13 PMESPN F1 — Russell: 'I definitely need some luck' to win title
- 4:43 PMMotorsport.com — George Russell admits Kimi Antonelli is "better" in F1 2026, but says he finally has "an answer"
- 4:43 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell admits Kimi Antonelli is "better" in F1 2026, but says he finally has "an answer"
"George Russell has all-but conceded his chances of winning the 2026 Formula 1 world title, though he has found “an answer” as to why this year has been such a struggle. The Mercedes driver trails his championship-leading team-mate Kimi Antonelli by 66 points with 10 rounds remaining, despite entering the new regulations as the pre-season title favourite. But Russell claimed in Monaco ...Keep reading
"George Russell has admitted he's going to need a bout of good luck if he's going to overcome and beat his teammate Kimi Antonelli in the world championship.
"Antonelli leads title rival and team-mate Russell by 66 points with 10 rounds left in F1 2026
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External links- ESPN F1Sep 10, 2026, 6:13 PMRussell: 'I definitely need some luck' to win title
George Russell has admitted he's going to need a bout of good luck if he's going to overcome and beat his teammate Kimi Antonelli in the world championship.
- Motorsport.comSep 10, 2026, 4:43 PMGeorge Russell admits Kimi Antonelli is "better" in F1 2026, but says he finally has "an answer"
George Russell has all-but conceded his chances of winning the 2026 Formula 1 world title, though he has found “an answer” as to why this year has been such a struggle. The Mercedes driver trails his championship-leading team-mate Kimi Antonelli by 66 points with 10 rounds remaining, despite entering the new regulations as the pre-season title favourite. But Russell claimed in Monaco ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 4:43 PMGeorge Russell admits Kimi Antonelli is "better" in F1 2026, but says he finally has "an answer"
Antonelli leads title rival and team-mate Russell by 66 points with 10 rounds left in F1 2026
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