Mercedes teenager Kimi Antonelli wins first F1 in China; Russell second

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AFP and ReutersMarch 15, 2026 at 10:59 AM

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In the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix on March 15, 2026, 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes secured his first F1 victory after starting from pole position. His teammate George Russell finished second, marking Mercedes' second consecutive one-two finish. Lewis Hamilton, now driving for Ferrari, claimed third place, achieving his first podium with the team. The race, held in Shanghai, saw both McLarens fail to start. Antonelli briefly lost the lead at the start but regained it to control the race. He is the first Italian winner since 2006.

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Giancarlo Fisichella 30% Italy 30% Stefano Domenicali 30% Renault 30% McLaren 40% Shanghai ×240% Ferrari ×250% China ×260% Lewis Hamilton ×260% George Russell ×470% Mercedes ×370% Kimi Antonelli ×790%

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