Kimi Antonelli claims sixth win at Belgian Grand Prix, leads championship
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 12:43 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Kimi Antonelli secured his sixth career win at the Belgian Grand Prix held at Spa-Francorchamps, successfully fending off challenges from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. This victory marks a significant milestone in the championship race, extending Antonelli's lead to 45 points over his rivals. Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya commented on Antonelli's performance, indicating that he is operating within his 'comfort zone' and raising questions about who can realistically challenge him for the title. With this win, Antonelli continues to solidify his position as the championship leader.
- •Antonelli wins the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.
- •He fended off Charles Leclerc to secure the victory.
- •The win gives Antonelli a 45-point lead in the standings.
- •Juan Pablo Montoya questions if rivals can challenge Antonelli.
- 12:43 PMMotorsport.com — Former F1 driver warns Kimi Antonelli's rivals: "Within his comfort zone"
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — Former F1 driver warns Kimi Antonelli's rivals: "Within his comfort zone"
"Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya believes championship leader Kimi Antonelli is operating entirely within his "comfort zone", questioning who can realistically challenge the Mercedes teenager following his commanding Belgian Grand Prix win. Antonelli secured his sixth career win at Spa-Francorchamps, fending off Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. The victory has given the Italian a 45-point ...Keep reading
"Juan Pablo Montoya believes Kimi Antonelli is firmly in his comfort zone and appears increasingly difficult to stop following his dominant Belgian GP victory
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 25, 2026, 12:43 PMFormer F1 driver warns Kimi Antonelli's rivals: "Within his comfort zone"
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya believes championship leader Kimi Antonelli is operating entirely within his "comfort zone", questioning who can realistically challenge the Mercedes teenager following his commanding Belgian Grand Prix win. Antonelli secured his sixth career win at Spa-Francorchamps, fending off Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. The victory has given the Italian a 45-point ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 12:43 PMFormer F1 driver warns Kimi Antonelli's rivals: "Within his comfort zone"
Juan Pablo Montoya believes Kimi Antonelli is firmly in his comfort zone and appears increasingly difficult to stop following his dominant Belgian GP victory
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