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Kimi Antonelli shines while George Russell struggles at Monaco Grand Prix

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 7:24 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Kimi Antonelli shines while George Russell struggles at Monaco Grand Prix
Summary

Kimi Antonelli dominated the Monaco Grand Prix, achieving his fifth consecutive victory, while his Mercedes teammate George Russell faced significant difficulties, finishing in 13th place. Antonelli started from pole and maintained a comfortable lead throughout the race, even amidst late-race chaos. Russell's race was marred by a pit lane speeding penalty and team errors, leaving him frustrated about lost points. The next race is at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix next weekend.

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By the Numbers
  • •Antonelli wins the Monaco Grand Prix, his fifth straight victory.
  • •Russell finishes 13th after a race plagued by a pit lane penalty.
  • •Antonelli holds a 66-point lead in the championship after six races.
  • •Next race is at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix next weekend.
  • •Mercedes acknowledges responsibility for Russell's pit errors.
Latest Updates
  • 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Antonelli-Russell contrast could hardly be more stark
  • 7:20 PMBBC Sport — Antonelli-Russell contrast could hardly be more stark
What they're saying
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In Monaco, "everything clicked" for Kimi Antonelli but his Mercedes team-mate George Russell was "beyond frustration" after another race without points.

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In Monaco, "everything clicked" for Kimi Antonelli but his Mercedes team-mate George Russell was "beyond frustration" after another race without points.

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