Charles LECLERC vs Kimi ANTONELLI
Charles LECLERC vs Kimi ANTONELLI, 2026 season. Kimi ANTONELLI leads the race head-to-head 8–2. Kimi ANTONELLI leads the qualifying head-to-head 9–2.
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The rivalry
Over 11 race weekends, Kimi Antonelli has firmly established himself as the dominant force against Charles Leclerc. Antonelli holds an impressive 8-2 record in race head-to-head results and a 9-2 advantage in qualifying, though Leclerc maintains a 3-2 lead in sprint sessions. Statistically, Antonelli has been exceptional, accumulating 224 points, six victories, and nine podiums without a single DNF, boasting strong average qualifying and finishing positions of 1.91 and 4.09, respectively. Conversely, Leclerc has managed 145 points, one win, and four podiums, hampered by one DNF and slightly lower averages. Mercedes provided Antonelli with a significant early-season performance advantage, allowing him to build a substantial lead. While Leclerc claimed a win at the British Grand Prix following an Antonelli mechanical failure, the competition has since tightened due to Ferrari’s development upgrades. Despite this convergence in performance, Antonelli remains the clear title favorite as teams continue their aggressive pursuit of Mercedes’ established pace.
Round by round
2026 seasonCommon questions
Who is faster in qualifying, Charles LECLERC or Kimi ANTONELLI?
Kimi ANTONELLI leads Charles LECLERC 9–2 in qualifying head-to-head this season, counting only sessions where both drivers set a time.
Who has finished ahead more often, Charles LECLERC or Kimi ANTONELLI?
Kimi ANTONELLI has finished ahead of Charles LECLERC 8–2 this season, counting only races where both drivers were classified.