Kimi Antonelli's first words after becoming youngest F1 world champion shows how much win means

Kimi Antonelli has made history with his debut F1 title - and his first words after winning shows just how significant it is. The Italian clinched the 2026 series by finishing third behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton at the Mexico City GP, becoming the youngest champion of all time in the process. Beating Sebastian Vettel’s 2010 record of 23 years and 134 days, being crowned at 20 years and 68 days. He's also Italy’s first world champion for 73 years. READ NEXT: 'Insane' - British F1 star

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