Kimi Antonelli ends 60-year wait for home winner at Italian GP: 'It feels like a dream'
Sensational Kimi Antonelli fought his way from the back of the grid to become the first home winner of the Italian Grand Prix since Ludovico Scarfiotti in 1966. The title-race leader started the race at Monza in 19th place due to engine penalties but would produce an extraordinary performance, fighting his way through the opposition to finish ahead of Mercedes teammate George Russell in second,…
Kimi Antonelli, a homegrown driver, achieved a remarkable moment in Formula 1 history by becoming the first Italian to win at the Italian Grand Prix since 1966. Starting the race in 19th position due to engine penalties, Antonelli demonstrated exceptional skill and determination as he fought his way up the field. This victory solidified his lead in the drivers' championship, widening it to 66 points over his Mercedes teammate George Russell.
The win came after a major crash at the Dutch Grand Prix impacted both Verstappen and Leclerc, with Leclerc suffering a heavy crash at Parabolica during the second race. Antonelli expressed his disbelief, describing the moment as a "dream" and emphasizing that he did not anticipate such a result. Russell acknowledged the special nature of the victory, while Mercedes boss Toto Wolff praised Antonelli's controlled and fearless driving throughout the race.
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