Kimi Antonelli made history by winning his first three races after starting from pole position at the Miami Grand Prix on May 3, 2026. This remarkable achievement marks him as the first driver to convert three consecutive pole positions into race wins.
The race took place at the Miami International Autodrome, where Antonelli triumphed over Lando Norris, who finished in second place, and Oscar Piastri, rounding out the top three. “The teenager shrugged off Mercedes’ apparent loss of their previous pace dominance to battle and beat out Lando Norris for the win,” noted a commentator.
George Russell came in fourth, over 40 seconds behind Antonelli. Max Verstappen finished fifth after being investigated for a potential pit exit violation, while Charles Leclerc had a challenging race, finishing sixth after spinning and hitting the wall.
The race started three hours earlier than scheduled due to potential lightning storms. Despite the weather concerns, the rain teased by forecasts never arrived during the race. However, it was characterized by an electric first lap with significant incidents, including crashes involving Isack Hadjar and Pierre Gasly.
Key Race Statistics:
- Kimi Antonelli won his third consecutive F1 grand prix victory in Miami.
- Lando Norris finished second, closely following Antonelli.
- Oscar Piastri secured third place.
- George Russell was over 40 seconds behind the winner.
- Nico Hulkenberg, Liam Lawson, Pierre Gasly, and Isack Hadjar did not finish the race.
As spectators reflect on this thrilling event, many are eager to see how Antonelli’s momentum will carry into future races. His achievement is a significant milestone in Formula 1 history, signaling a new era of competition on the track.
