One Driver Has Pulled Well Clear
Race wins remain the clearest measure of dominance in Formula 1, and through 14 rounds of the 2026 season, one driver has separated himself from the rest of the grid by a wide margin.
Kimi Antonelli’s Remarkable Win Tally
- Eight wins through 14 rounds, more than any other driver
- Wins have come across a wide range of circuit types, from street-adjacent layouts to power-sensitive tracks like Monza
- His most recent victories came back-to-back at the Italian and Spanish Grands Prix
- A full breakdown of his season is available in our dedicated Antonelli stats piece
The Chasing Pack
Behind Antonelli, reigning world champion Lando Norris has also enjoyed a productive year, including a back-to-back double at the Hungarian and Dutch Grands Prix that pushed his career win tally to 13, detailed in our latest Norris season update. George Russell has also found the top step of the podium this season, winning a Sprint race at Zandvoort.
Why the Gap Matters
A driver’s win tally carries outsized weight in the points system, worth 25 points compared to 18 for second place, meaning Antonelli’s win advantage alone accounts for a significant chunk of his lead in the overall drivers’ standings.
Where the Rest of the Field Stands
No other driver on the grid has come close to matching Antonelli’s win total so far in 2026, with most of the remaining podium finishes spread across Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull drivers rather than concentrated in a single rival’s favour.
Conclusion
With eight wins already banked and nine rounds still to play, Antonelli’s win tally alone tells much of the story of how commanding his 2026 championship lead has become.