18-Year-Old Sensation Kimi Antonelli Secures Historic Sprint Pole for Mercedes at Miami GP
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Italian rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli achieved a remarkable feat by securing pole position for the sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix, marking him as the youngest pole sitter in Formula One history. At just 18 years old and in only his sixth F1 race, Antonelli outperformed seasoned competitors, setting a new record for Mercedes. McLaren's Oscar Piastri will start alongside Antonelli on the front row, with Lando Norris and Max Verstappen filling the second row.
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Kimi Antonelli, an 18-year-old Italian rookie, secured pole position for the sprint race at the Miami Grand Prix.
This achievement marks Antonelli as the youngest pole sitter in any format in Formula One history.
It was Antonelli's first pole in only his sixth F1 race, highlighting his rapid rise in the sport.
Oscar Piastri of McLaren will join Antonelli on the front row for the sprint race.
Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, notable figures in F1, will start from the second row.