Antonelli Extends Championship Lead Following Strong Performance in Malaysia

Antonelli stretched his championship lead to 84 points after finishing second in Malaysia.

Italian driver Kimi Antonelli secured a second-place finish at the Malaysian Grand Prix to extend his championship advantage over Mercedes teammate George Russell. Following a strong showing in practice sessions at the Sepang circuit, Antonelli now holds an 84-point lead in the standings. Mercedes continues to demonstrate competitive pace as the season progresses toward its final rounds.

• Kimi Antonelli secured the second podium step at the Sepang circuit.
• The Mercedes driver expanded his championship lead to eighty-four points over his teammate.
• George Russell competes alongside Antonelli within the Mercedes racing setup.

By the numbers

Timeline

1. Oct 3Antonelli topped the final practice session at Sepang.
2. Oct 5Antonelli finished second in Malaysia to extend his championship lead.

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Covered by 2 outlets

• ANSAF1: Still work to do says Antonelli after stretching lead with P2 in Malaysia3h ago · open ↗
• CNAAntonelli finds his rhythm to top final Sepang practice2d ago · open ↗

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