Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli clinches Formula One title in Mexico City

Al Jazeera English reported that 20‑year‑old Italian driver Kimi Antonelli secured the Formula One drivers' championship in Mexico City. Antonelli finished third in the Mexico City Grand Prix, a result that was enough to crown him the sport’s youngest world champion at 20 years and 68 days old. The achievement follows a season in which the young driver consistently challenged more experienced rivals, culminating in the title win at the season‑ending race. His record‑breaking age highlights a rapid rise through the ranks for the Italian wonderkid.

Why it matters

Antonelli's victory sets a new age record for a Formula One champion, signalling a shift toward younger talent at the sport's highest level.

Key details

Location

Mexico · Americas

Reported by

Al Jazeera English

First reported

2 Nov 2026, 09:21 IST

Key names

Kimi Antonelli, Formula One, Mexico City, Italian

Section

Sports

Sources

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• Al Jazeera EnglishKimi Antonelli becomes Formula One’s youngest world champion in Mexico City 2 Nov, 09:21

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