Antonelli Triumphs in Thrilling Belgium Grand Prix — A Race of Strategy and Nerve

Antonelli Triumphs in Thrilling Belgium Grand Prix — A Race of Strategy and Nerve

Antonelli Takes the Win — But It Wasn't Straightforward

Kimi Antonelli crossed the line first to claim a memorable victory at Spa-Francorchamps, but the road to the top step was anything but smooth. A series of safety car periods turned the race on its head, with Charles Leclerc capitalising on one to execute a perfectly timed undercut that briefly handed him the lead.

What followed was one of the most entertaining battles of the 2026 season. Leclerc and Antonelli traded positions and pressure over multiple laps, with the young Italian refusing to yield. In the closing stages, Antonelli found the pace he needed, reclaimed the lead, and held on to take a hard-fought victory.

Podium

🥇 Kimi Antonelli
🥈 Charles Leclerc
🥉 Max Verstappen

Russell Out on Lap One

It was a race to forget for George Russell, who was eliminated on the very first lap — a cruel blow at a circuit where he has historically performed strongly.

Verstappen Salvages Third

Max Verstappen rounded out the podium in third, picking up solid points despite not having the pace to challenge the leading duo.

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