Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest Formula One champion
Kimi Antonelli became Formula One's youngest world champion at age 20 by finishing third in the Mexico City Grand Prix, reports from the BBC, Guardian, ESPN and Sky Sports said. Max Verstappen won the race ahead of Lewis Hamilton, but Antonelli secured the title with four rounds still remaining.
Why it matters
The record-breaking title establishes Antonelli as the sport's leading young driver after a decisive championship campaign.
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Part of the November 2, 2026 brief.