Antonelli stunned by prospect of Austin coronation: ‘Can I really?’

Kimi Antonelli could be just one race away from a maiden Formula 1 world championship, but Mercedes’ championship leader is refusing to get carried away with the prospect of an early coronation. The Italian strengthened his grip on the 2026 title fight with third place in Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix, while team-mate George Russell could manage only ninth after starting 19th. The result leaves Antonelli 102 points clear with six rounds remaining. With 150 points still available, he can mathematically clinch the championship in Austin in two weeks if he leaves Texas at least 125 points ahead of his nearest…