Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula 1’s youngest world champion

Kimi Antonelli clinched the 2026 Formula 1 drivers’ title at the Mexico City Grand Prix, aged 20, and set several age-related and national records. Coverage also traces his development, early setbacks and Mercedes’ decision to promote him.

• Antonelli secured the 2026 drivers’ championship with a third-place finish at the Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the youngest F1 champion at 20 years and 68 days.· 1 source
• The records article says Antonelli became the first 21st-century-born champion, the youngest driver to lead the championship and the youngest pole-sitter; it also credits him with six teenage wins and nine wins in the season at the time of publication.· 1 source
• A profile describes his path from karting to Mercedes, including a difficult spell in his debut season and a stronger second year.· 1 source