Mercedes and Antonelli Maintain Strong Lead After Austrian GP
Following the Austrian Grand Prix, Mercedes and its drivers have solidified their standings in the Formula 1 championship rankings.
George Russell, who claimed victory in the race, finished ahead of Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton and reclaimed second place in the drivers’ standings. His gap to teammate and overall leader Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who secured third place, has narrowed to 40 points.
Drivers’ Championship standings:
1. Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – 171
2. George Russell (Mercedes) – 131
3. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – 125
4. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 80
5. Lando Norris (McLaren) – 79
6. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 79
7. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 73
8. Isack Hadjar (Red Bull) – 42
9. Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – 41
10. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) – 30
In the Constructors’ Championship, Mercedes, having scored nearly the maximum points in Austria, leads Ferrari by almost 100 points.
Constructors’ Championship standings:
1. Mercedes – 302
2. Ferrari – 204
3. McLaren – 159
4. Red Bull – 115
5. Alpine – 57
6. Racing Bulls – 44
7. Haas – 21
8. Williams – 11
9. Audi – 2
10. Aston Martin – 1
11. Cadillac – 0