Max Verstappen's winning streak continues as Kimi Antonelli leads championship
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Max Verstappen has secured victories in the last two Formula 1 races, reflecting a strong late-season performance. With just a few races remaining, championship leader Kimi Antonelli faces pressure but maintains his lead. Verstappen's resurgence has implications for the championship race, given the limited number of events left in the season.
- •Max Verstappen wins two consecutive races.
- •Kimi Antonelli retains championship lead despite Verstappen's performances.
- •Only a few races remain in the F1 season.
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"Max Verstappen has won two races in a row, and if there was more of the F1 season left, championship leader Kimi Antonelli would have reason to worry.
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