F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali releases touching statement after Kimi Antonelli's title win

Kimi Antonelli is on the verge of securing his first Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship title at the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix. Currently holding a commanding 123-point lead over his teammate George Russell, Antonelli needs only to finish either ninth or better in Mexico City to clinch the title, regardless of the outcomes of the remaining races.

Should George Russell win the Mexico City GP, he would surpass Antonelli's current point total of 365 by reaching 267, leaving a 100-point gap between them. However, Antonelli would still claim the championship due to his higher number of Grand Prix victories. If Lewis Hamilton wins the race, Antonelli would need to finish in tenth place or better to secure the title, provided Hamilton does not come away with the victory.

The most straightforward scenario for Antonelli is if another driver other than Russell or Hamilton emerge victorious in Mexico City. In such a case, Antonelli could still claim the championship even if he fails to score any points, thanks to the substantial lead he currently enjoys. However, there is a potential twist to the story as the final two races of the season, scheduled for Qatar and Abu Dhabi, might be canceled due to the ongoing regional hostilities.

Should those races be canceled, only three races remain on the schedule – Mexico City, Brazil, and Las Vegas. In this scenario, with a lead of 123 points, Antonelli would already be the F1 Drivers’ Champion.