Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest-ever Formula 1 world champion
Italian driver Kimi Antonelli made history by becoming the youngest-ever Formula 1 world champion after finishing third in the Mexican Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver also marked a significant milestone as the first Italian to hold the title since 1953. Max Verstappen of Red Bull secured the first place, while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton claimed second position.
The race was marked by multiple crashes and a lengthy red flag, resulting in a 33-minute pause with 25 laps remaining. Antonelli expressed his amazement at the achievement, stating that it was "incredible" to share the podium with Verstappen and Hamilton. He added that he would continue to wear his personal number 12, as he felt it brought him a sense of humility and superstition.
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