Kimi Antonelli Reveals Lucky Belgian GP Moment After George Russell Crash

Kimi Antonelli wins his sixth Formula 1 race at Spa-Francorchamps, his first since Monaco. The 19-year-old extends his lead to at least 45 points over Lewis Hamilton.

He overhauls Charles Leclerc after a virtual safety car flips the pit cycle in Ferrari’s favour. Antonelli regains track position and prevails by 1.9 seconds at the Belgian Grand Prix.

The win restores momentum for Mercedes after a patchy run. Team-mate George Russell retires following a first-lap clash with Hamilton, a heavy points hit in his title push.

Hamilton finishes fourth on the road but faces scrutiny for an unsafe pit release. A penalty could drop him behind Oscar Piastri in the final classification.

Antonelli calls the outcome “a bit lucky” given rivals’ misfortune. He also credits execution: measured pace, tidy out-laps, and disciplined energy management to reclaim and protect the lead.

Leclerc’s speed threatens across the stint, but dirty air and tyre life limit Ferrari’s late push. Antonelli controls DRS exchanges and avoids overstressing the tyres under pressure.

Reliability setbacks in Barcelona and Silverstone remain a theme. Mercedes responds at Spa with a clean run, banking maximum gains despite the first-lap collision that ends Russell’s race.

The standings tighten behind Antonelli. Hamilton remains second as it stands, with Russell now 50 points adrift after the DNF. See the full results and classification for context.

With several rounds left, consistency and operational sharpness decide the title. Mercedes must manage intra-team risks while maximising weekends that suit the W17’s strengths.

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