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Verstappen aims to delay Antonelli's title at United States Grand Prix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 6:01 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Verstappen aims to delay Antonelli's title at United States Grand Prix

Summary

Max Verstappen competes at the United States Grand Prix on October 23, where a victory could prevent Kimi Antonelli from securing the world championship. Antonelli, currently leading the standings, needs to win the race to claim the title, while Verstappen's chances hinge on finishing ahead of him. Winning would keep Verstappen's title hopes alive, despite currently trailing Antonelli by 119 points. The outcome in Austin will significantly influence the championship narrative as the season approaches its final races.

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By the Numbers

•Verstappen sits fourth in standings with 221 points.
•Antonelli leads with 340 points and has eight Grand Prix victories.
•Verstappen needs to win to prevent Antonelli's title win in Austin.
•Only 125 points remain available over the final five races.
•A win for Antonelli would mathematically eliminate Verstappen from contention.

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6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Verstappen can stop Antonelli being crowned in Austin, but one result ends his own title hopes

What they're saying

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Max Verstappen heads into the United States Grand Prix knowing that victory in Austin would be enough to prevent Kimi Antonelli from securing the world championship on Sunday, regardless of where his rivals finish. However, an Antonelli win would also bring the Dutchman's own title hopes to an end, irrespective of his finishing position.
— Yahoo Sports

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