Antonelli wore a GoPro through Mexico City title celebrations at 20

Verstappen won the race; Hamilton, on pole, took second

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

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What happened: Kimi Antonelli finished third in the Mexico Grand Prix and was crowned 2026 Drivers' Champion, wearing a GoPro through the celebrations that followed.

Why it matters: At 20 years and 68 days he is the youngest champion in F1 history. He had qualified fifth, saying title nerves left him driving 'tense' and 'tired', then moved up two places on race day.

By the numbers: Podium: Max Verstappen won, Lewis Hamilton took second after starting from pole, and Antonelli was third. Charles Leclerc was fourth and Lando Norris fifth.

What to watch: Verstappen congratulated Antonelli on his first championship: 'mega job.

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@SkySportsF1 Nov 02, 2026 · 08:51 UTC

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