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Kimi Antonelli Crowned Youngest Formula One World Champion After Mexico Podium

Kimi Antonelli Crowned Youngest Formula One World Champion After Mexico Podium
Championships & Races · 17:52:14 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Kimi Antonelli secured his first Formula One world championship title on Sunday, becoming the youngest driver in the sport's history to achieve the feat. The Italian clinched the crown after finishing third at the Mexico Grand Prix, adding the decisive points needed to seal the championship.

Antonelli headed to his garage following the race to celebrate the milestone with his team. The victory marks a historic moment in Formula One, with the young driver entering the record books as the youngest world champion ever.

The championship-deciding race took place on November 1, 2026, with Antonelli's podium finish proving sufficient to fend off his rivals in the standings. His consistent performance throughout the season culminated in the title triumph on Mexican soil.

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