Kimi Antonelli dominates Monaco GP, impresses Red Bull team
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Kimi Antonelli set a record as the youngest grand slam winner in Formula 1 history during the Monaco Grand Prix. He secured pole position and showcased remarkable pace, which surprised many, including Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies. Max Verstappen struggled off the start line, hampering Red Bull's efforts. The race took place on June 10, 2026.
- •Kimi Antonelli became the youngest grand slam winner in F1 history.
- •He put his Mercedes on pole position ahead of Max Verstappen.
- •Red Bull was caught off guard by Antonelli's pace during the race.
- •Max Verstappen faced difficulties at the start line.
- 4:36 PMAutosport — Red Bull was left "surprised" by Antonelli's pace en route to Monaco GP win
- 4:30 PMMotorsport.com — Red Bull “surprised” by Kimi Antonelli’s “serious pace” in Monaco GP: 'He disappeared'
"Kimi Antonelli set a record as the youngest grand slam winner in Formula 1 history when he dominated the Monaco Grand Prix, and Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies admits that his “serious pace” came as a surprise to many onlookers. The Mercedes teenager put his Mercedes on pole position in the principality ahead of the Red Bull of Max Verstappen. However, the Dutchman spluttered off the line on ...Keep reading
"Kimi Antonelli set a record as the youngest grand slam winner in Formula 1 history when he dominated the Monaco Grand Prix, and Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies admits that his “serious pace” came as a surprise to many onlookers. The Mercedes teenager put his Mercedes on pole position in the principality ahead of the Red Bull of Max Verstappen. However, the Dutchman spluttered off the line on ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportJun 10, 2026, 4:36 PMRed Bull was left "surprised" by Antonelli's pace en route to Monaco GP win
Kimi Antonelli set a record as the youngest grand slam winner in Formula 1 history when he dominated the Monaco Grand Prix, and Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies admits that his “serious pace” came as a surprise to many onlookers. The Mercedes teenager put his Mercedes on pole position in the principality ahead of the Red Bull of Max Verstappen. However, the Dutchman spluttered off the line on ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 10, 2026, 4:30 PMRed Bull “surprised” by Kimi Antonelli’s “serious pace” in Monaco GP: 'He disappeared'
Kimi Antonelli set a record as the youngest grand slam winner in Formula 1 history when he dominated the Monaco Grand Prix, and Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies admits that his “serious pace” came as a surprise to many onlookers. The Mercedes teenager put his Mercedes on pole position in the principality ahead of the Red Bull of Max Verstappen. However, the Dutchman spluttered off the line on ...Keep reading
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