Kimi Antonelli made history by winning his first three Formula 1 races after starting from pole position, securing victory at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix on May 3, 2026. This remarkable achievement positions him as the first driver to convert his initial three pole positions into consecutive race wins.
Antonelli’s triumph came after a competitive race at the Miami International Autodrome, where he finished ahead of Lando Norris, who took second place, and Oscar Piastri, who rounded out the podium in third. George Russell finished fourth, trailing over 40 seconds behind Antonelli, while Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc ended up in fifth and sixth places respectively.
The race commenced three hours earlier than scheduled due to forecasts predicting potential lightning storms, which ultimately did not materialize during the event. The opening lap was particularly intense, featuring multiple incidents that included crashes involving Isack Hadjar and Pierre Gasly.
Key race statistics:
- Kimi Antonelli achieved his third straight F1 grand prix victory.
- Lando Norris finished second in the race.
- Oscar Piastri secured third place.
- George Russell was over 40 seconds behind the winner.
- Max Verstappen faced an investigation for a potential pit exit violation.
The race was marked by notable incidents; Charles Leclerc spun and hit the wall while battling for position with Piastri. Additionally, Nico Hulkenberg, Liam Lawson, Pierre Gasly, and Isack Hadjar did not finish the race due to various issues.
Kimi Antonelli’s achievement of winning three consecutive races is a significant milestone in Formula 1 history—one that may reshape expectations for young drivers in the sport. Observers are keen to see how this momentum will influence future races as teams prepare for upcoming challenges on the calendar.