Kimi Antonelli earns pole position for British Grand Prix
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Kimi Antonelli has secured pole position for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, demonstrating impressive form in his second Formula 1 season. He achieved this after winning the sprint race, outperforming seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton. Jenson Button credited Mercedes race engineer Peter Bonnington for his calming influence on Antonelli's performance, stating it has been key to his success throughout the season. With five consecutive grand prix victories under his belt, Antonelli looks poised for a strong showing in the upcoming race scheduled for Sunday, July 5.
- •Antonelli is 19 years old and in his second championship season.
- •He has won five consecutive grand prix this season.
- •Peter Bonnington praised for his mentoring role.
- •The British Grand Prix is set for 3pm on July 5.
- 5:31 PMMotorsport.com — Jenson Button names key figure behind Kimi Antonelli's stunning Mercedes form
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — Jenson Button names key figure behind Kimi Antonelli's stunning Mercedes form
"2009 Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has heaped praise on Mercedes race engineer Peter Bonnington for his "calming" influence on Kimi Antonelli after the Italian teenager secured pole position for the British Grand Prix. Antonelli has been one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 season. In only his second season in the championship, the 19-year-old has secured five consecutive grand prix ...Keep reading
"Jenson Button has credited Peter Bonnington’s calming influence as a key factor behind Kimi Antonelli’s impressive performance
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 4, 2026, 5:31 PMJenson Button names key figure behind Kimi Antonelli's stunning Mercedes form
2009 Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has heaped praise on Mercedes race engineer Peter Bonnington for his "calming" influence on Kimi Antonelli after the Italian teenager secured pole position for the British Grand Prix. Antonelli has been one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 season. In only his second season in the championship, the 19-year-old has secured five consecutive grand prix ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 5:31 PMJenson Button names key figure behind Kimi Antonelli's stunning Mercedes form
Jenson Button has credited Peter Bonnington’s calming influence as a key factor behind Kimi Antonelli’s impressive performance
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