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Kimi Antonelli has won three grands prix from four in the 2026 season so far
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff drew parallels between Kimi Antonelli’s Miami Grand Prix triumph and past successes in his junior racing days, praising the flawless performance. Antonelli’s victory in Miami marked his third consecutive win in Formula 1, a feat unprecedented in the championship’s history, showcasing his dominance since making the rapid ascent from Italian F4 to F1 in just four seasons with five titles and 36 wins.
Wolff emphasized the lack of mistakes in Antonelli’s driving and likened it to his impressive karting and Formula 4 performances, highlighting the driver’s composure under pressure. Despite Antonelli’s start struggles in Miami, Wolff acknowledged the team’s responsibility for the ongoing issue, vowing to address and rectify the performance shortcomings affecting their drivers. The team’s commitment to improving starts and providing drivers with better tools was emphasized by Wolff to ensure competitiveness and avoid costly setbacks in future races.
