Mercedes is back on top. After watching Verstappen dominate, then Norris break through for McLaren, the Silver Arrows are poised to sweep both 2026 championships. Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' standings by 102 points, while Mercedes holds a 134-point edge over Ferrari in the constructors'. Eleven wins from 17 races—most coming early before rivals closed the performance gap—built that cushion.
Antonelli could clinch his maiden title in Austin next weekend, though Mexico looks more likely. The constructors' crown will take longer. Ferrari remains mathematically alive past Texas, and Mercedes' average winning margin—7.6 points per race—suggests Brazil as the coronation round. The Scuderia has scored in every race this season, so no knockout blow is coming. George Russell sits second in the drivers' table, positioning Mercedes for its first double championship since 2020 and ninth constructors' crown overall.
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