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Antonelli Wins After Russell Crash, Extends Lead 43 Points

5/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

George Russell took pole with a 1:12.578 lap, 0.068 seconds ahead of Kimi Antonelli.
Russell won the sprint, then crashed on Lap 30 at Turn 9, handing Kimi Antonelli the lead, who then won and stretched his championship lead to 43 points.
Lewis Hamilton qualified fifth after stewards cleared him of impeding Pierre Gasly, while Max Verstappen started sixth despite tyre-temperature problems.

History

Historical Context

On 24 October 1976 the Japanese Grand Prix at Fuji Speedway decided the 16-race 1976 Formula One season. Niki Lauda entered the race leading James Hunt by three points but withdrew in torrential rain, allowing Hunt to finish third and clinch the title by a single point. The event marked the first of two Fuji-hosted Japanese Grands Prix before the race moved to Suzuka in 1987.

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Story summary

George Russell took pole with a 1:12.578 lap, 0.068 seconds ahead of Kimi Antonelli.
Russell won the sprint, then crashed on Lap 30 at Turn 9, handing Kimi Antonelli the lead, who then won and stretched his championship lead to 43 points.
Lewis Hamilton qualified fifth after stewards cleared him of impeding Pierre Gasly, while Max Verstappen started sixth despite tyre-temperature problems.

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