Kimi Antonelli wins US Grand Prix

Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli took victory in the United States Grand Prix, the 18th round of the Formula 1 World Championship.

Operativ Media reports that the 56-lap race was held at the 5.513-kilometer Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.

Antonelli crossed the finish line in 1 hour 35 minutes 16.650 seconds to claim his ninth victory of the season.

Ferrari's Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc finished second, 13.078 seconds behind the winner, while Red Bull's Dutch driver Max Verstappen finished third, 17.485 seconds back.

With this result, Antonelli strengthened his position in the championship fight, extending his lead over his closest challenger, George Russell, to 123 points.

The 19th round of the season, the Mexican Grand Prix, will take place on November 1.