# Formula 1 Driver Ratings: Mid-Season Review

- Topic: sports
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-07-29
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12040/13567458/f1-driver-ratings-kimi-antonelli-lewis-hamilton-george-russell-lando-norris-max-verstappen-and-rest-of-2026-formula-1-field-rated
- Language: en
- Image: https://e2.365dm.com/26/07/1920x1080/skysports-f1-formula-one-driver-ratings_7308450.jpg?20260728111256

The 2026 Formula 1 season has reached its halfway point, and Kimi Antonelli leads the Drivers' Championship. We analyze the performances of top drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and Max Verstappen.

## Key takeaways

- Kimi Antonelli leads the Drivers' Championship with 9/10 rating
- Lewis Hamilton struggles with below-par execution, rated 8/10
- Max Verstappen drives the wheels off his Red Bull, rated 8.5/10

> Summary by Daily Read Bytes. Read the original at https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12040/13567458/f1-driver-ratings-kimi-antonelli-lewis-hamilton-george-russell-lando-norris-max-verstappen-and-rest-of-2026-formula-1-field-rated