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Mercedes takes 1-2 lead at start of 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

Original: 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix: Antonelli and Russell give Mercedes a 1-2 lead on the race start

Kimi Antonelli and George Russell gave Mercedes a 1-2 lead at the start of the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix. The strong opening underlined Mercedes' early pace in the new 2026 season and immediately put the team in control of the race, with the pair ahead of the field after turn one.

Why now: Mercedes' young driver Antonelli and Russell seizing the front two positions at the season's Bahrain race is a striking early-season result fans are reacting to.

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