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Kimi Antonelli dominates Monaco Grand Prix, becomes youngest winner

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 11:29 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Kimi Antonelli dominates Monaco Grand Prix, becomes youngest winner

Summary

Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, marking a significant milestone as the race's youngest winner. Driving for Mercedes, Antonelli showcased exceptional skill by taking pole position and delivering an outstanding performance throughout the event. His current dominance raises questions about the ability of his rivals to catch him this season. After six races, the competition remains challenging as Antonelli continues to exhibit form that has impressed his team principal, Toto Wolff.

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By the Numbers

•Antonelli becomes the youngest winner in Monaco Grand Prix history
•He achieved pole position and led the race effectively
•Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff praised his performance
•The Formula One season has six races completed so far
•Rival drivers express concern over Antonelli's current form

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11:29 AMThe Guardian Sport — Catch me if you can: Kimi Antonelli’s Monaco triumph rattles F1 rivals | Giles Richards

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Other drivers are trying to remain upbeat but the Italian is untouchable on present form, and his Mercedes team principal is in awe Kimi Antonelli reached new heights at the Monaco Grand Prix, his talent and potential made abundantly clear as he became the race’s youngest winner. The question now in Formula One only six races into the season is increasingly whether anyone can catch the teenager. His rivals are trying to remain upbeat but on current form the Italian is untouchable. In Monaco pole position is all, and Antonelli delivered it with an outstanding lap acknowledged with no little appreciation by his Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, a man not given to hyperbole. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Giles Richards in Monaco

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The Guardian SportJun 8, 2026, 11:29 AM
Catch me if you can: Kimi Antonelli’s Monaco triumph rattles F1 rivals | Giles Richards
Other drivers are trying to remain upbeat but the Italian is untouchable on present form, and his Mercedes team principal is in awe Kimi Antonelli reached new heights at the Monaco Grand Prix, his talent and potential made abundantly clear as he became the race’s youngest winner. The question now in Formula One only six races into the season is increasingly whether anyone can catch the teenager. His rivals are trying to remain upbeat but on current form the Italian is untouchable. In Monaco pole position is all, and Antonelli delivered it with an outstanding lap acknowledged with no little appreciation by his Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, a man not given to hyperbole. Continue reading...

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