When is the earliest Antonelli could win the title?

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli currently leads the 2026 F1 World Championship, holding an 81-point advantage over his teammate George Russell following his recent victory at the Spanish Grand Prix. With nine races remaining, the title battle remains mathematically open for eight other drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and Charles Leclerc. While Antonelli maintains a significant lead, the data suggests that he could potentially secure his maiden world title as early as Round 17 in Singapore if specific race results favor him and his rivals falter. A more conservative projection based on the median finishing positions of the season indicates that Antonelli could mathematically seal the championship by Round 19 in Mexico.