The Five Biggest Winners of F1 2026 so Far
Kimi Antonelli tops the standings, Lewis Hamilton and Sergio Pérez rebound, and Sepang’s return becomes an unexpected calendar win.
- At the halfway point of the 2026 Formula 1 season, Kimi Antonelli leads the world championship standings, defying expectations after concerns about his rapid promotion to the grid.
- All-New 2026 regulations shifted Formula 1 toward lighter machinery, eroding Mercedes' early advantage as the competitive field converged in recent weeks.
- Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton secured his first win at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, while Sergio Perez has reasserted himself as a reliable asset for Cadillac.
- Struggling Alpine is reportedly considering former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner to address performance issues as drivers Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto falter.
- With 12 race weekends remaining, the season's competitive outcome remains fluid; the Sepang circuit is poised to host an unlikely event, branded as the Bahrain Grand Prix.
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