Mercedes welcome home all-conquering world champions as Antonelli goes radical

Mercedes has celebrated its 2026 F1 championship titles at its Brackley and Brixworth bases, with new drivers' champion Kimi Antonelli getting radical. 

For the first time since 2020, Mercedes has captured both the drivers' and constructors' titles, with Antonelli scooping his title in Mexico City, whilst the constructors' crown was won four days ago in São Paulo. 

With Mercedes once again acing the first year of a new engine regulatory cycle, Antonelli, George Russell, and Toto Wolff paid a visit to Brixworth, the home of Mercedes High Performance Powertrains (HPP), before also celebrating at its Brackley base near Silverstone. 

The constructors' crown was Mercedes' ninth overall, and first since 2021, drawing the team level with Williams into equal third all-time, only behind Ferrari on 16 and McLaren's 10.

"There are moments when you must stop and appreciate what has been achieved and [this] is one of them," said team boss Wolff. 

"The past few years have tested us. We made mistakes, we challenged ourselves, we changed, and we kept working. There was never going to be a shortcut back to fighting for championships. 

"That is why being able to stand here with everyone in Brackley and Brixworth means so much. The Constructors’ Championship belongs to every person in this team. Every detail, every difficult day, every improvement and every contribution has played a part. That is Formula One. 

"What happens on Sunday is only possible because of the work that happens here every day. Kimi’s achievement is a very special one too. 

"We have known him since he was a kid and supported him through our junior programme, into Formula One and now to a World Championship. 

"But he has earned this. He has delivered on the track under enormous pressure and deserves everything that comes with being World Champion. George has also been fundamental to what we have achieved this season. 

"He has performed at an incredibly high level throughout the year, delivered consistently, and been there when the team has needed him. His contribution goes far beyond the points he has scored too. 

"The leadership, experience and commitment he brings to the team have been hugely important. This Constructors’ Championship would not have been possible without him.

"[This] is about recognising what everyone has achieved together. We should enjoy it. Then, as always in this sport, we get back to work."

Check out some of the celebrations below, including Antonelli's rather eye-catching new hairdo!