Kimi Antonelli takes victory at Spanish Grand Prix as Norris falters
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
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Kimi Antonelli secured his eighth win of the season during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend at the Madring. Lando Norris qualified on pole but lost the lead and second place after a late pit stop during the Virtual Safety Car, allowing Antonelli and Max Verstappen to overtake. Norris showed impressive speed, having already won two races this season. The qualifying session highlighted his capabilities, as McLaren boss Andrea Stella praised his performance. The event unfolded as drivers faced strategic challenges and varying track conditions throughout the race.
- •Antonelli wins the Spanish Grand Prix, marking his eighth victory of the year.
- •Norris qualified first but lost the lead during a pit stop.
- •Verstappen benefited from Norris' misfortune to secure second place.
- •The Grand Prix featured several strategic challenges for the drivers.
- •Norris aims to bounce back in upcoming races.
"Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from the Spanish Grand Prix weekend
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