Title: F1 2026 Drivers’ Championship: Key Wins and Standings Update After Austrian Grand Prix
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George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes secured victory at the Austrian Grand Prix before Friday’s concluding race at Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria.
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George Russell of Mercedes claimed second place in the world championship after dominating the opening laps.
From pole position, the Englishman maintained his lead, overcoming two challenges during a 71-lap contest to secure his second race win of the season.
Max Verstappen climbed a full position from his fifth-gr드 start to clinch second place with Red Bull, marking his best finish so far.
The Dutchman fiercely competed against Lewis Hamilton and avoided a late offending move.
Antonelli finished third, just 0.375 seconds behind Verstappen, with a few hay-making starts early in the race.
Oscar Piastri led McLaren, followed by Isack Hadjar in his Red Bull, Lando Norris in McLaren, and Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad in Racing Bulls.
Spiegelberg, Austria – June 28: George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes AMG Petronas on the podium during F1 Austrian Grand Prix at Red Bull Ring on June 28 in Spielberg, Austria.
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With the title race intensifying, Antonelli now holds a 40-point lead over Russell, while Hamilton sits just six points behind his former teammate.
Both drivers will now push Antonelli into increasing pressure, targeting a decisive performance in upcoming rounds.
[Subhead: F1 2026 Standings – Live Updates and Driver Positions After the Austrian Grand Prix]
