Italy’s Antonelli claims Canadian Grand Prix victory
Kimi Antonelli of Italy won the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his fourth consecutive victory in the Formula One season. His teammate George Russell faced an engine failure, allowing Antonelli to take the lead and secure the win ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. The race attracted a large crowd in Montreal, coinciding with the Canadiens' playoff run, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the city.
- ▪Kimi Antonelli claimed victory in the Canadian Grand Prix, his fourth straight win this season.
- ▪George Russell's engine failure allowed Antonelli to take the lead and win the race.
- ▪Lewis Hamilton finished second, marking his best result since joining Ferrari last year.
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Open this photo in gallery:Kimi Antonelli of Italy makes a turn during the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal on May 24.Adam Hunger/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountFormula One leader Kimi Antonelli charged to victory in a wild Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, claiming his fourth-straight race win after teammate George Russell exited due to engine failure.The title-chasing Mercedes drivers put on a show in a thrilling battle through 30 laps, trading the lead several times and coming dangerously close to making contact, until disaster struck for Russell.The 28-year-old Brit threw his headrest across the track and slammed his fists into the front of the car before leaving the circuit,…
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