F1 2026 Chinese Grand Prix Recap: Antonelli’s First Win, Hamilton’s Ferrari Podium & McLaren Double DNS Drama

The F1 2026 Chinese Grand Prix delivered chaos, comebacks, and a historic first win.

In this episode of Grand Pricks, we break down Kimi Antonelli’s incredible drive to his maiden Formula 1 victory after a messy sprint weekend, and what it means for Mercedes’ future. Plus, Lewis Hamilton secures his first podium for Ferrari, a huge, emotional moment against his former team.

We also get into:

• George Russell’s dominant sprint performance vs Sunday struggles

• Ferrari’s continued podium consistency in 2026

• McLaren’s shocking DNS (what went wrong?!)

• Max Verstappen’s retirement and Red Bull concerns

• Midfield surprises from Haas, Alpine & Racing Bulls

And off track, we unpack the growing tension around the 2026 F1 regulations, plus the impact of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia race cancellations.

Whether you’re new to Formula 1 or fully obsessed, this is your go-to Chinese GP race recap.

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