Before the 2026 season had begun there was something of a consensus within Formula One. Mercedes appeared to have the fastest car and George Russell was favourite for the title. Beside him in what was indeed a dominant Mercedes, his…
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli made history by becoming Formula 1's youngest world champion at 20 years old, sealing the title with a third-place finish at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico. In only his second season, the Italian became his country's first champion since Alberto Ascari in 1953, overcoming teammate George Russell and rivals across an exceptional campaign.
Antonelli turned the season around following an early win from pole in China, sparking a streak of five consecutive victories that included a triumph in Monaco. Despite mid-season mechanical issues, a recovery drive from 19th to win at Monza and steady points finishes in Baku and Singapore helped him secure the championship with Mercedes.
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