Kimi Antonelli wins Italian Grand Prix after starting from 19th position

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Kimi Antonelli wins Italian Grand Prix after starting from 19th position
Summary

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli secured a victory at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza on September 6, 2026. Despite starting from 19th on the grid due to a power unit penalty, Antonelli navigated through the field following a mid-race pit stop. He eventually overtook Mercedes team-mate George Russell, who had led the majority of the race. Max Verstappen finished behind the pair to claim the final podium spot ahead of the McLaren entries. This result extends the lead for Antonelli in the championship standings over Russell. The performance at Monza serves as a significant shift in the internal team battle as the season progresses.

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  • Kimi Antonelli started from 19th place on the grid at Monza.
  • The victory marks a significant championship points gain for Antonelli.
  • George Russell led most of the race before being overtaken.
  • Max Verstappen secured the final podium position against the McLaren drivers.
Latest Updates
  • 4:23 PMESPNAntonelli comes from 19th to win home Italian GP
  • 3:55 PMMotorsport.comKimi Antonelli: Italian GP comeback win a "dream come true"
  • 3:49 PMYahoo SportsAntonelli ends 60-year wait for home winner after starting 19th at Italian GP
  • 3:48 PMYahoo SportsAntonelli claims epic win at Italian home GP after starting 19th
  • 3:29 PMMotorsport.com2026 F1 Championship standings: Kimi Antonelli remains unstoppable at the top
  • 3:26 PMBBC SportAntonelli takes stunning Monza win from 19th on grid
  • 3:18 PMRacerAntonelli ends 60 year wait for home winner at Italian GP with magical drive from 19th
  • 3:15 PMYahoo SportsKimi Antonelli charges through the field to win the Italian Grand Prix
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Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli says becoming the first Italian to win his home Formula 1 race in 60 years was a "dream come true" as he pulled off an improbable comeback victory from the back of the Italian Grand Prix grid. Antonelli started from 19th at Monza because of a planned power unit change, which exceeded his allowance for the season and landed him a back-of-the-grid penalty. Mercedes ...Keep reading

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Formula 1 world championship leader Kimi Antonelli has taken a sensational home win at the Italian Grand Prix, coming from 19th on the grid to defeat Mercedes team-mate George Russell. In an action-packed display of battery-led yo-yo racing, Antonelli overcame a grid penalty and a mid-race pitstop to scythe through the field and defeat long-time leader Russell, with Max Verstappen beating the ...Keep reading

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Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has taken a sensational home win at the Italian GP, coming form 19th on the grid to defeat Mercedes team-mate George Russell. In an action-packed display of battery-led yo-yo racing Antonelli overcame a grid penalty and a mid-race pitstop to scythe through the field and defeat long-time leader Russell, with Max Verstappen defeating the McLaren to the final ...Keep reading

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