Antonelli poised to become F1's youngest champion at Mexico round
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, 20, needs just two more points to clinch the Formula 1 title with four rounds remaining.
Kimi Antonelli is close to becoming Formula 1's youngest ever champion. Antonelli holds a 123-point lead over teammate George Russell with four races left.
At this weekend's Mexico City Grand Prix, Antonelli needs only two more points to clinch the title. A ninth-place finish would be enough.
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was fastest in both Friday practice sessions, setting a best time of 1:17.827 in the second session. Leclerc was also fastest in both sessions last week in Texas, though Antonelli won that race.
Max Verstappen and Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson collided during the second practice session. Verstappen later criticised his former teammate's driving.
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- 20 years old
- Antonelli's age
- 123 points
- Lead over Russell
- 2 points
- Points needed to win
- 1:17.827
- Leclerc's best time
Why it mattersAntonelli's imminent title win represents a generational shift in F1, with the youngest champion ever set to reshape the sport's future.
AustraliaAustralian F1 fans can watch the championship-deciding moment unfold Sunday morning; Antonelli's record-breaking win would be a milestone for the sport globally.
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