Kimi Antonelli leads Mercedes in F1 title race with four wins
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Last updated May 29, 2026
Kimi Antonelli has emerged as a key figure in the 2026 Formula 1 season, leading Mercedes with four victories. The 19-year-old has become the youngest driver to top the championship standings, reflecting a significant shift in his competitive stature within the team. Naomi Schiff, a former W Series driver, noted that Antonelli is no longer seen as the 'little brother' at Mercedes, indicating his maturity and resilience in high-pressure situations. As the team continues their strong performance this season, the pressure mounts on Antonelli's competitors to respond.
- •Antonelli has won four of five races this season.
- •He is the youngest driver to lead the championship.
- •Mercedes remains undefeated in 2026 so far.
- •Naomi Schiff comments on Antonelli's confidence and growth.
- 9:00 AMMotorsport.com — Kimi Antonelli proved he 'won't be bullied' in Mercedes title fight, says Naomi Schiff
- 4:58 PMMotorsport.com — Kimi Antonelli compared to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel after stunning 2026 F1 start
"Former F1 TV presenter Will Buxton has likened current Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli to a young Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel. In his second year in F1, Antonelli has surprised the paddock with an incredible start to the year. After just five rounds, the 19-year-old leads the drivers' championship by 43 points over his Mercedes team-mate George Russell. His latest win in ...Keep reading
"Former W Series driver and Sky Sports F1 analyst Naomi Schiff believes Kimi Antonelli is demonstrating that he is no longer the "little brother" at Mercedes. The Brackley outfit has enjoyed an incredible start to the 2026 season, winning every grand prix so far, with Antonelli claiming four of those five wins. The 19-year-old became the youngest driver to lead the championship after ...Keep reading
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External links- Motorsport.comMay 29, 2026, 9:00 AMKimi Antonelli proved he 'won't be bullied' in Mercedes title fight, says Naomi Schiff
Former W Series driver and Sky Sports F1 analyst Naomi Schiff believes Kimi Antonelli is demonstrating that he is no longer the "little brother" at Mercedes. The Brackley outfit has enjoyed an incredible start to the 2026 season, winning every grand prix so far, with Antonelli claiming four of those five wins. The 19-year-old became the youngest driver to lead the championship after ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comMay 28, 2026, 4:58 PMKimi Antonelli compared to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel after stunning 2026 F1 start
Former F1 TV presenter Will Buxton has likened current Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli to a young Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel. In his second year in F1, Antonelli has surprised the paddock with an incredible start to the year. After just five rounds, the 19-year-old leads the drivers' championship by 43 points over his Mercedes team-mate George Russell. His latest win in ...Keep reading
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