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Kimi Antonelli seeks third straight win at Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:00 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Kimi Antonelli seeks third straight win at Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Summary

Kimi Antonelli aims to extend his lead in the Formula One title race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend. The race marks Antonelli's chance to secure his third consecutive victory and build on his 81-point lead over teammate George Russell. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff emphasized the challenges posed by the high-speed street circuit, calling for humility and careful preparation. The race will take place on Saturday due to Azerbaijan's Remembrance Day on Sunday. Other contenders include Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, who has a strong qualifying record but seeks his first win in Baku.

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By the Numbers

•Azerbaijan Grand Prix is the 10th race held in Baku.
•Antonelli has eight victories so far this season.
•Leclerc has never won the race but holds a strong qualifying record.
•This race takes place on Saturday instead of Sunday.
•Mercedes aims to solidify their position in the championship.

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5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Runaway leader Antonelli eyeing third straight win

What they're saying

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Kimi Antonelli has another opportunity to extend his runaway lead in this year's Formula One title race as he heads into this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the first in a potentially decisive triple-header, bidding for a third straight win.- Leclerc targeting elusive Baku win - The race is the 10th in Baku, which joined the calendar in 2016 initially as the European Grand Prix, but was cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid pandemic.
— Yahoo Sports

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