Antonelli claims epic win at Italian home GP after starting 19th
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli had a sensational race as he charged from the back of the grid to claim an epic win at the Formula One Italian Grand Prix on Sunday in front of his home crowd. He's the first Italian to win at the Temple of Speed since 1966, when Ludovico Scarfiotti was victorious with Ferrari.
Kimi Antonelli, a fierce Italian Formula One driver for Mercedes, achieved an extraordinary victory at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, overcoming an extraordinary 19th starting position after receiving a 30-place grid penalty for an engine change. His triumph marked the first home win at the Temple of Speed since 1966, when Ludovico Scarfiotti triumphed with Ferrari. Antonelli described his emotions as "unbelievable" and "so happy," after securing the win.
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