Kimi Antonelli wins Silverstone Sprint ahead of Lewis Hamilton
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Kimi Antonelli secured his first Sprint victory at the British Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Lewis Hamilton by 2.745 seconds. Hamilton initially led from pole position but lost the lead to Antonelli on Lap 8 after a tight contest. Lando Norris rounded out the top three in third place. The Sprint, marked by intense battles throughout the field, featured several notable moments, including a potential investigation into Liam Lawson for a late maneuver. Antonelli's win extends his championship lead over teammate George Russell to 43 points, but he remains cautious of competition from rivals.
- •Antonelli took first place in the 100km Sprint at Silverstone.
- •Hamilton started from pole but lost the lead on Lap 8.
- •Norris finished third, with George Russell in fourth.
- •Liam Lawson faces investigation for moving under braking.
- •Antonelli extends his championship lead over George Russell.
"Kimi Antonelli has taken victory in a Sprint for the first time, the Mercedes driver winning the event at the British Grand Prix ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris.
"After remaining in P2 across the opening laps of the Silverstone Sprint, Kimi Antonelli had to bide his time in his battle with Lewis Hamilton.
Sources
External links- Formula1.com—Antonelli beats Hamilton to Silverstone Sprint win
Kimi Antonelli has taken victory in a Sprint for the first time, the Mercedes driver winning the event at the British Grand Prix ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris.
- Formula1.com—Antonelli explains key moment in Silverstone Sprint win
After remaining in P2 across the opening laps of the Silverstone Sprint, Kimi Antonelli had to bide his time in his battle with Lewis Hamilton.
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