Kimi Antonelli overtakes Hamilton to win Silverstone sprint
Italian rookie Kimi Antonelli took the wheel for Mercedes in the Silverstone sprint of the 2026 British Grand Prix. He launched from the start line ahead of Lewis Hamilton and maintained the lead throughout the race.
In the final lap he increased the pace, leaving Hamilton behind to secure his first Formula One victory. The win marks a major milestone in Antonelli’s young career.
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