Antonelli clinches maiden F1 title in Mexico

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Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 Formula 1 world championship in Mexico, becoming the youngest-ever champion. Coverage now reflects on his season's turning point and key moments, with four races remaining.

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Motorsport.com highlights the Japanese GP as Antonelli's turning point, while Autosport's writers debate his best moment. Crash.net charts his path to the title, and Reddit celebrates his rapid rise from FP1 crash to champion.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most comprehensive overview, including the turning point and season stats, with an image and no paywall.

Antonelli clinches maiden F1 title in Mexico

How the sources differ

Coverage

Kimi Antonelli labels the "turning point" in F1 title-winning season

What was Antonelli’s best moment of his F1 title-winning campaign? Our writers have their say

How Kimi Antonelli defied the odds and silenced his doubters to win first F1 title

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Only 26 months ago, Kimi Antonelli was crashing on FP1 after just 10 minutes on his first ever time driving a Formula 1 car. He is now the world champion with 4 races to spare.