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Antonelli poised to claim F1 title after victory in Austin and penalty for Russell | 2026 United States Grand Prix report

Andrea Kimi Antonelli dominated the weekend to secure his ninth triumph of the campaign by a margin exceeding sixteen seconds. Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen joined the winner on the podium after a dynamic race featuring multiple pit strategies and on-track position changes.

George Russell crossed the line eighth following a five-second penalty for a first-lap maneuver, leaving Antonelli in command of the standings ahead of the upcoming Mexican Grand Prix.

Several drivers battled through strategy challenges and car difficulties further down the order. Lando Norris slipped from the podium places late in the race, eventually finishing fifth ahead of Isack Hadjar, Oscar Piastri, and the penalized Russell, while Liam Lawson and Pierre Gasly claimed the final points positions.

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