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Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion at 20 years old

Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion at 20 years old

Kimi Antonelli, the first Italian Formula One champion since 1953, claimed the title at the age of 20, marking a historic milestone in the sport's history. The young driver secured victory in the Mexico City Grand Prix, which was marred by red flags and restarts, ultimately leaving him in tears of joy as he crossed the finish line at the high-altitude Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez circuit.

Antonelli's remarkable achievement was underscored by a commanding 119-point lead over his nearest competitor, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the world of motorsport.

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