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Formula 1: Antonelli takes dramatic Belgian Grand Prix win, passing Leclerc
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Formula 1: Antonelli takes dramatic Belgian Grand Prix win, passing Leclerc

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kimi Antonelli won the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, overtaking Charles Leclerc of Ferrari.
  • Leclerc had led until the 34th lap, but the 19-year-old Mercedes driver took the lead and held it to the finish.
  • Max Verstappen finished third, while Lewis Hamilton came in fourth after passing Oscar Piastri.

Kimi Antonelli has once again demonstrated his status as a top young talent in Formula 1, securing victory at the Belgian Grand Prix in the iconic Spa circuit. The Mercedes driver initially trailed Ferrari's Charles Leclerc after a strategic pit stop under a virtual safety car gave the Monegasque driver an advantage.

Leclerc maintained his lead until lap 34, when the 19-year-old Antonelli launched his attack, reclaiming the top spot. From there, he did not look back, crossing the finish line first to claim his sixth win of the season. Leclerc finished second, with Max Verstappen completing the podium after a late charge that ultimately fell short of challenging for the win.

Lewis Hamilton secured fourth place, overtaking Oscar Piastri in the closing laps. Piastri, the McLaren driver, settled for fifth. Isack Hadjar also impressed, finishing in sixth place. Meanwhile, George Russell's race ended on the first lap due to a collision with Hamilton, costing him valuable championship points. Sergio Perez and Lance Stroll also retired from the race.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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