The 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix is set to begin at 21:00, with Kimi Antonelli starting from pole position ahead of Max Verstappen. Ferrari faces an important challenge at the Circuit of the Americas, where Charles Leclerc lines up fourth and Lewis Hamilton fifth for the 56-lap race. Follow all the action from Austin with our live, minute-by-minute commentary.
The 18th round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship could also carry major implications for the title fight. Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, who turned 20 this year, arrives at his first Grand Prix with a mathematical opportunity to secure the Drivers’ Championship, although the points situation makes a title celebration in Austin unlikely. The championship contest is therefore more likely to continue at least until the Mexican Grand Prix.
2026 United States GP LIVE: Kimi Antonelli on pole as Ferrari starts fourth and fifth
Good evening and welcome to ScuderiaFans.com! The moment has finally arrived for the main event of the United States Grand Prix weekend. We are ready to bring you live coverage of all 56 laps around the Circuit of the Americas, a spectacular venue renowned for its fast corners, dramatic elevation changes and challenging sequence of bends.
Following an outstanding performance in yesterday’s qualifying session, Kimi Antonelli will lead the field away from pole position. The Mercedes driver delivered his decisive lap in Q3, unexpectedly moving ahead of the competitors who had appeared better placed to secure the front row. His achievement places him at the front of the grid for a particularly significant race in his championship campaign.
For a closer look at the title situation and the remaining mathematical possibilities, readers can explore our 2026 F1 championship points calculator.
Ferrari targets a strong result with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton in Austin
Max Verstappen starts alongside Kimi Antonelli on the front row and appears to hold a slight advantage in the battle for victory based on the race pace demonstrated during practice. Immediately behind them, Isack Hadjar and Charles Leclerc occupy the second row, with the Ferrari driver looking to turn his fourth-place starting position into a stronger Grand Prix result.
Lewis Hamilton begins the race from fifth, alongside George Russell in the second Mercedes. The third row is followed by the two McLaren drivers, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who complete the top eight on the starting grid.
The race offers Ferrari another opportunity to demonstrate the competitiveness it showed earlier in the weekend, particularly after Charles Leclerc’s encouraging FP2 performance at Austin. Both Scuderia drivers will be hoping to move forward from their starting positions against strong opposition from Mercedes and Red Bull.
Follow the 2026 F1 Austin Grand Prix live with ScuderiaFans
Will the United States Grand Prix deliver further surprises, or are we heading towards a less eventful race than expected? The Circuit of the Americas is one of the most popular venues among drivers and spectators, and its demanding layout provides the setting for another important chapter in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Join us at ScuderiaFans.com for live, minute-by-minute coverage of the United States Grand Prix, including all the key developments as they happen. Follow the action, share your reactions and discuss the race with fellow Ferrari supporters as Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton take on the challenge in Austin.
For race timings and further information about the venue, consult our 2026 United States Grand Prix schedule and Circuit of the Americas guide.
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