Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 United States Grand Prix at Circuit of The Americas on 25 October, converting pole position into his ninth Grand Prix victory of the season. The 56-lap race ended with Charles Leclerc 13.078 seconds behind and Max Verstappen third at 17.485 seconds.
Formula 1’s race report, published on 25 October 2026, records Antonelli’s winning time as 1:35:16.650. The FIA document index lists the final race classification and championship points as published on 26 October. Formula 1’s race report and results and the FIA’s official document index confirm the result.
2026 United States Grand Prix: top five
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) — 1:35:16.650
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) — +13.078s
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull) — +17.485s
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) — +18.515s
- Lando Norris (McLaren) — +30.521s
What the Austin result means for Mexico
Antonelli’s one-stop strategy carried him from the opening lap to the finish. George Russell finished eighth, so the title was not decided in Austin. Formula 1 reported that Antonelli needs two points in Mexico City to secure the championship. The next round is scheduled for 30 October to 1 November 2026. His Saturday grid position is covered in our 2026 United States GP qualifying results and Antonelli’s pole.
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