Miami Grand Prix 2026: Antonelli Extends Formula 1 Championship Lead With Historic Hat-Trick

Kimi Antonelli made history at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to convert his first three career pole positions into victories. The 19-year-old Mercedes sensation claimed his third consecutive win of the season after a fierce, race-long battle with reigning world champion Lando Norris. The event was defined by chaos, featuring a dramatic start where polesitter Antonelli and Max Verstappen locked up into turn one, leading to an early spin for Verstappen. A Safety Car was deployed early following separate crashes for Isack Hadjar and Pierre Gasly. While Norris led stints of the race and applied immense pressure, Antonelli maintained composure to cross the line first. Oscar Piastri secured the final podium spot, while post-race penalties for track limit violations shuffled the remaining points finishers, ultimately consolidating Antonelli’s early lead in the 2026 World Championship.

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