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How 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli is making F1 history

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Kimi Antonelli, a 20-year-old driver, achieved Formula One history by securing his first win at the 2026 season opener, becoming the youngest champion in the sport's history. This milestone occurred after he obtained an F1 licence prior to his legal driving age, a feat that allowed him to compete in the 2026 season. The event marks a significant shift in F1's eligibility rules, enabling drivers under 18 to race if they hold a valid licence. The specific date of the win is not provided in the source evidence, but it took place during the 2026 season.

Key points

• Kimi Antonelli became the youngest Formula One champion in history by winning the 2026 season opener.
• Antonelli achieved this by obtaining an F1 licence before he could legally drive, a prerequisite for his participation in the 2026 season.

Context

Formula One eligibility rules allow drivers under 18 to race if they hold a valid licence. Kimi Antonelli's achievement represents a major shift in F1's eligibility rules, enabling drivers under 18 to race if they hold a valid licence. This milestone occurred during the 2026 season.

Limitations

The source evidence does not specify the exact date of the 2026 season win. The evidence is limited to the fact that Antonelli became the youngest champion by obtaining a licence before driving, and it does not provide details about the specific track, circuit, or the nature of the victory beyond the title.

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