New Delhi, July 19 -- Kimi Antonelli delivered a mature and controlled drive to win the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps on Sunday (July 19). The Mercedes driver stretched his lead at the top of the Formula 1 drivers' championship.

Antonelli crossed the line 1.9 seconds ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc, with Max Verstappen finishing third for Red Bull. The result marked another strong afternoon for the young Italian at one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar.

The race exploded into action right from the start. Max Verstappen made a brilliant launch and swept past Kimi Antonelli into the lead through Eau Rouge. The Dutchman could not hold the position for long, however, and Antonelli quickly fought back to regain...