Today, the main race of the Chinese Grand Prix, the second stage of the 2026 Formula 1 season, took place at the Shanghai International Circuit. In a tense battle, the Italian driver of Mercedes, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, crossed the finish line first and celebrated the victory.
İdman.Biz reports that his teammate George Russell finished second on the podium. The third place was taken by Ferrari's British driver, Lewis Hamilton.
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen (Red Bull) had to stop the race 10 laps before the finish due to an engine malfunction. Four more drivers were unable to start due to technical problems.
1. Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – 56 laps
2. George Russell (Mercedes) +5.515
3. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) +25.267
4. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) +28.894
5. Oliver Bearman (Haas) +57.268
6. Pierre Gasly (Alpine) +59.647
7. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) +1:20.588
8. Isack Hadjar (Red Bull) +1:27.247
8. Carlos Sainz (Williams) +1 lap
9. Franco Colapinto (Alpine) +1 lap.