Italian driver Kimi Antonelli has been crowned the youngest Formula One world champion in history, ending a 73-year wait for an Italian driver to claim the sport's top prize. The historic achievement was confirmed on November 1, 2026.
Antonelli's championship victory marks the first time an Italian driver has won the Formula One world title since Alberto Ascari's back-to-back championships in 1952 and 1953. The young driver expressed gratitude following the milestone accomplishment.
