When the lights went out at Silverstone last weekend, Kimi Antonelli etched his name into Formula 1 history. The young Mercedes driver clinched his first Sprint victory at the 2026 British Grand Prix, adding to an ever-growing list of winners that keeps fans on the edge of their seats.
The Sprint format was introduced by F1 in 2021 to increase competitive sessions across a race weekend. Instead of two practice sessions on Friday, teams get just one hour of practice before a shorter Sprint Qualifying. Saturday then features a 100km Sprint race, followed by regular qualifying for Sunday's Grand Prix.
Since its debut, the format has evolved. Initially used just three times a season, it doubled to six in 2026. Rumors suggest F1 is looking to double it again to 12 by 2027, which would dramatically shift team strategies.
Among all drivers, Max Verstappen remains the Sprint king with 13 wins, far ahead of Lando Norris with four and Oscar Piastri with three. However, new names like Antonelli show the competition is tightening.
Antonelli's win at Silverstone is a historic moment, not just for him but for Mercedes, who continue to demonstrate their dominance on fast circuits. With the winner list growing, the 2026 season promises thrilling surprises in every Sprint round.
Here is the complete list of F1 Sprint winners throughout history, curated just for you. Who will join next?
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