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Teenage Sensation Antonelli Wins Second Straight GP
29 Mar
Summary
- Kimi Antonelli became the youngest driver to lead the world championship.
- George Russell lost the lead due to a poorly timed safety car pit stop.
- Antonelli secured his second consecutive victory at the Japanese GP.
Kimi Antonelli secured a dramatic victory at the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix, marking his second consecutive win and making him the youngest driver ever to lead the world championship. The race at Suzuka took an unexpected turn when a safety car was deployed following Ollie Bearman's crash on lap 22.
This safety car period proved costly for Mercedes teammate George Russell, who had pitted just one lap prior while leading. The timing of his stop meant he lost his advantage, while Antonelli, who had yet to pit, was able to do so and retain the lead upon the restart.
