18-Year-Old Kimi Antonelli Shatters Records with Historic F1 Pole in Miami Sprint
Source: news.source.inquirer
Kimi Antonelli, an 18-year-old Mercedes driver, made history by becoming the youngest pole winner in any Formula 1 event during the sprint race qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix. This achievement marks his first season in F1, stepping into the shoes of seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton. Antonelli expressed his surprise and joy at securing the pole position, which he will start alongside McLaren's Oscar Piastri.
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Kimi Antonelli, at 18 years old, became the youngest pole winner in F1 history during the Miami sprint race qualifying.
Antonelli is in his first season with Mercedes, replacing Lewis Hamilton.
He will start the sprint race alongside Oscar Piastri of McLaren, who was just .045 seconds behind.
This is the first time since 2009 that an Italian driver has won a pole in F1.
Antonelli expressed his unexpected joy and confidence in achieving this milestone.
