Kimi Antonelli becomes F1's youngest-ever World Champion

Kimi Antonelli became Formula 1's youngest-ever World Champion in the 2026 season, securing the title in just his second season after replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes following a difficult rookie campaign in 2025.

He dominated 2026 with nine victories and 16 podiums.

Those results broke Sebastian Vettel's record and ended Italy's 73-year wait for a Formula 1 world champion.