Andrea Kimi Antonelli's British Grand Prix ended in disappointment on Sunday as he missed the points due to a damaged car.
What happened?
The Italian driver reported a steering problem and dropped back through the field, eventually finishing ninth but being penalized to 16th with a time penalty for going off-track.
The race
Charles Leclerc took his first Formula 1 win in nearly two years, surging past Antonelli at the start and taking the chequered flag behind the safety car. Leclerc's win marked a landmark 250th victory for Ferrari.
Antonelli's struggles
Andrea Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes teammate George Russell went on to second, denying Ferrari a one-two finish and reviving his title chances. Antonelli's lead in the standings has shrunk to 25 points over Russell.
Impact on standings
Lewis Hamilton finished third, holding onto the position after a post-race investigation into allegedly infringing yellow-flag conditions. Hamilton had fresh tires but couldn't use them as the race ended behind the safety car.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli's car trouble has now caused him to miss the points twice in three Grand Prix races.
The lack of racing at the finish was a disappointment to fans, especially after a graphic was wrongly displayed indicating the safety car would come in, leaving a one-lap sprint to the finish.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff told Sky Sports Germany that the team believed Antonelli's car was damaged when he hit a curb.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli's next race will be crucial in determining his championship chances, with Russell closing in on his lead.
The British Grand Prix was marked by a spectacular spin into the gravel by Max Verstappen, which brought out the safety car and ended the race.
Charles Leclerc's win was his first since the United States Grand Prix in October 2024, and he was visibly emotional as he celebrated with his Ferrari team.