Formula 1 Standings 2026: After Chinese Grand Prix

Formula 1 standings after the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix show a tight championship battle between Mercedes, Ferrari and the leading drivers.

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Sportrik Media 15 March 2026, 17:21

Formula 1 Standings 2026: After Chinese Grand Prix

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Formula 1, Sportrik Media - The battle in the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship has intensified following the Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit. The second round of the season has already brought notable changes to both the drivers’ and constructors’ standings.

Victory for Andrea Kimi Antonelli with Mercedes has had an immediate impact on the drivers’ championship fight. Meanwhile, the consistent form of team-mate George Russell ensures the contest at the top of the standings remains extremely tight.

Elsewhere, Lewis Hamilton secured valuable points for Ferrari with a podium finish in Shanghai, strengthening the Italian team’s position in the constructors’ battle. Other teams such as Haas and Alpine also capitalised on opportunities to add points during the race weekend.

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However, several teams endured a difficult event. McLaren was unable to start the race due to technical problems affecting both cars, while Red Bull Racing lost crucial points after Max Verstappen retired from the race.

With two rounds of the season now completed, the standings begin to outline the early dynamics of the 2026 championship battle before Formula 1 moves on to the next stage of the calendar.

Standings FORMULA-1 DRIVERS CHAMPIONSHIP

POS	RIDER / TEAM	PTS
1	Kimi Antonelli Mercedes	242
2	George Russell Mercedes	183
3	Lewis Hamilton Ferrari	183
4	Lando Norris McLaren	159
5	Charles Leclerc Ferrari	155
6	Max Verstappen Red Bull	112
7	Oscar Piastri McLaren	104
8	Isack Hadjar Red Bull	68
9	Liam Lawson Racing Bulls	49
10	Pierre Gasly Alpine F1 Team	44