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Kimi Antonelli seizes victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, capitalizing on a perfectly timed safety car. The young Mercedes star takes control and never looks back. George Russell, who led early, finishes fourth after losing his grip on the race. Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc complete the podium in Suzuka.
Ferrari’s strong start is matched by McLaren, as Piastri takes the lead ahead of Leclerc and Lando Norris. Antonelli quickly climbs from sixth to challenge for position. A heavy crash by Oliver Bearman at Spoon Curve triggers the safety car, allowing Antonelli and Lewis Hamilton to pit strategically.
When racing resumes on lap 28, Antonelli pulls away, stretching his lead to five seconds over Piastri. The battle for the podium intensifies, with Russell and Leclerc trading positions fiercely. Antonelli’s triumph marks a significant step in the championship race as he takes the lead.
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