Kimi Antonelli secures grand slam at Formula 1 Monaco GP

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Kimi Antonelli secures grand slam at Formula 1 Monaco GP
Summary

Kimi Antonelli won the Monaco Grand Prix on June 8, 2026, achieving his first Grand Slam by leading every lap and setting the fastest lap. The Mercedes driver finished with a 30-second lead before a safety car was deployed due to a crash involving Lance Stroll. Antonelli's performance was unexpected, as it surpassed the team's anticipations against Ferrari's expected challenge. Following this victory, he holds a commanding 66-point lead over Lewis Hamilton in the championship standings.

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  • Antonelli leads the championship with 66 points over Lewis Hamilton.
  • He also leads teammate George Russell by 68 points.
  • The young driver set a record as the youngest to achieve a Grand Slam.
  • Mercedes has won every Grand Prix in 2026.
  • Antonelli's speed surprised his team during the Monaco race.
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  • 11:30 AMYahoo SportsHow Kimi Antonelli “surprised” Toto Wolff to claim F1 Monaco GP grand slam
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Antonelli racked up his fifth consecutive win in Formula 1 on Sunday, giving him a 66-point lead in the standings

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