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The new F1 rule which makes Antonelli expect Ferrari to close in on Mercedes

Formula 1’s 2026 regulations have largely met expectations as Mercedes has been the dominant team with Ferrari and McLaren being its closest challengers. The Silver Arrows has won every grand prix from pole and Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell at the top of the drivers’ standings after three rounds, with Mercedes also 45 clear of second-placed Ferrari in the constructors’ ...

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Formula 1’s 2026 regulations have largely met expectations as Mercedes has been the dominant team with Ferrari and McLaren being its closest challengers. The Silver Arrows has won every grand prix from pole and Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell at the top of the drivers’ standings after three rounds, with Mercedes also 45 clear of second-placed Ferrari in the constructors’ ...

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  • What changed: Formula 1’s 2026 regulations have largely met expectations as Mercedes has been the dominant team with Ferrari and McLaren being its closest challengers. The Silver Arrows has won every grand prix from pole and Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell at the top of the drivers’ standings after three rounds, with Mercedes also 45 clear of second-placed Ferrari in the constructors’ .
  • Who it affects: Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Ferrari, and the 2026 season are the main threads to track.
  • Read next: Start with Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Ferrari, or the 2026 season archive for more context.

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An internal pressure story that can reshape how a team is led and judged.

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It can influence decision-making, messaging, and pressure around the team in the 2026 season.

At a glance

Source
Autosport
Seasons
2026
Drivers
Andrea Kimi Antonelli (2026 Driver Profile), George Russell (Bio & Records), Kimi Raikkonen (Bio & Records)
Teams
Scuderia Ferrari (History & Technical Path), McLaren F1 Team (History & Technical Path), Mercedes-AMG Petronas (History & Technical Path)

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