Lewis Hamilton takes P2 as Kimi Antonelli wins Monaco Grand Prix

Race result and championship impact

The Monaco result moved Hamilton to second in the drivers’ standings after the race. The win for Antonelli was noted as his fifth straight in the interrupted Monaco Grand Prix, and extended his lead in the drivers’ world championship.

Milestone and team form

Hamilton’s P2 equalled a podium record at the Monaco Grand Prix previously held by Ayrton Senna. The finish was described in source material as another sign that Hamilton and Ferrari are becoming increasingly competitive, while also highlighting that Ferrari still has work to do to match Mercedes.

Driver reaction

Hamilton described the race as being among the toughest he has faced. After the event he offered congratulations to the race winner and his former team, saying:

“I have to start by congratulating Kimi and the Mercedes team, my old family, they’ve done it again, they’ve created an amazing car and Kimi’s doing an incredible job, just delivering weekend in, weekend out. It’s great to see, and I’m really happy for them.”

What the result means

For Hamilton, the P2 at Monaco represents a strong podium in his first full season with Ferrari. For Antonelli and Mercedes, the victory extended their momentum and championship lead.