The rival Verstappen needs - our verdict on Antonelli's F1 title

Kimi Antonelli is Formula 1's youngest-ever world champion, aged just 20 and in only his second season on the grid.

The Core Event

Here's what we make of his achievement and his 2026 performance, our ripostes to some of his critics, and what we're hoping to see from Antonelli next.

Key Facts

Kimi Antonelli is Formula 1's youngest-ever world champion, aged just 20 and in only his second season on the grid.

Context & Significance

Here's what we make of his achievement and his 2026 performance, our ripostes to some of his critics, and what we're hoping to see from Antonelli next.

Outlook

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