NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 14, 2026Miami-Dade County
Kimi Antonelli wins Spanish Grand Prix to extend Formula 1 championship lead
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Kimi Antonelli won the Spanish Grand Prix for his eighth victory of the season, extending his Formula 1 championship lead to 81 points with nine races remaining. Mercedes teammate George Russell acknowledged he is out of the title fight, while Lewis Hamilton dropped 101 points behind after failing to finish due to a brake failure.
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Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli holds an 81-point lead in the championship standings with nine races left in the season.
Key Facts
- Kimi Antonelli won the Spanish Grand Prix, marking his eighth win of the season and second consecutively.
- Antonelli extended his Formula 1 championship lead to 81 points with nine races remaining.
- Lewis Hamilton dropped 101 points behind Antonelli after failing to finish the race due to a brake failure.
- George Russell stated he is no longer in the fight for the drivers' championship.
- Max Verstappen and Lando Norris praised Antonelli's performance and composure this season.
Who's Mentioned
PersonGeorge Russell“Mercedes teammate of Kimi Antonelli”PersonLewis Hamilton“Formula 1 driver who did not finish the Spanish Grand Prix”OrganizationMcLaren“Formula 1 racing team”PersonMax Verstappen“Formula 1 driver and former champion”PersonKimi Antonelli“Formula 1 driver leading the championship standings”PersonLando Norris“Formula 1 driver and reigning champion”OrganizationMercedes“Formula 1 racing team”otherSpanish Grand Prix“Auto racing event in Madrid”OrganizationRed Bull“Formula 1 racing team”