Brundle's verdict on 'outstanding' Antonelli and Piastri 'pain' in 2026 cars

Given that Red Bull and Ferrari, and from time to time McLaren, have undoubtedly closed down the pace advantage enjoyed by Mercedes in the first half of the season, it was looking possible that Kimi Antonelli might win the World Championship perhaps not fully in the style he would have wanted.

His Austin qualifying and race performances demolished that concern in the most comprehensive way.