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Antonelli's late scare and Jim Clark thumbs-up seal maiden Chinese GP win
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In a dramatic finish to his first Formula 1 victory at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli survived a lap 53 lock-up at Turn 14, holding off teammate George Russell by 5.515 seconds for a 1-2. The 19-year-old celebrated with a thumbs-up gesture, recreating Jim Clark's iconic 1967 US GP salute as promised.
The FIA has launched an investigation into Mercedes' movable front wing on its 2026 W17 car following a rival team's request for clarification after the Chinese Grand Prix. The wing allegedly closes in two phases, with the second exceeding the 400-millisecond regulatory limit. Officials aim to resolve the issue before the upcoming Suzuka Grand Prix.
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Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes discussions between Max Verstappen and Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff are inevitable amid Red Bull's early-season struggles. Palmer shared this view on the F1 Nation podcast, citing Mercedes' strong start to the 2026 season.
Jacques Villeneuve has argued that Mercedes' dominance in the early 2026 Formula 1 season is not as overwhelming as in 2014. The 1997 F1 champion highlighted differences in performance gaps and car characteristics. He predicts other teams will improve energy management.
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Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner gave a special shoutout to fellow countryman Kimi Antonelli during his Indian Wells victory speech. Antonelli had just secured his first Formula 1 win at the Chinese Grand Prix with Mercedes. Sinner highlighted the significance for Italy.
Flavio Briatore has confirmed that the Mercedes Formula 1 team is negotiating to acquire a 24% stake in Alpine from Otro Capital. The announcement came during a press conference at the Chinese Grand Prix. Briatore emphasized that the deal involves Mercedes as a team, not team principal Toto Wolff personally.
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Building on earlier coverage of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix's history and format, Mercedes heads to Shanghai International Circuit atop the standings after a dominant Australia 1-2. Ferrari eyes a challenge with strong race pace, as teams tackle the season's first sprint under new regulations and a tight schedule.
Coulthard warns of ruthless Mercedes rivalry after Antonelli's China win
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