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Kimi Antonelli leads championship and earns praise from Jacques Villeneuve

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:48 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Kimi Antonelli leads championship and earns praise from Jacques Villeneuve

Summary

Kimi Antonelli, at 19 years old, has made history by becoming the youngest driver to lead the championship after securing consecutive wins at the Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix. Since then, Antonelli has continued his success with victories in Miami, Canada, and Monaco. Jacques Villeneuve, the 1997 Formula 1 champion, commented on Antonelli's impressive run, suggesting he embodies the 'luck of champions.' Ahead of the upcoming races, Antonelli's performance could influence his standing in the season's title chase.

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By the Numbers

•Kimi Antonelli is 19 years old and leads the championship.
•He won consecutive races in China and Japan.
•Antonelli has also claimed victories in Miami, Canada, and Monaco.
•Jacques Villeneuve praised Antonelli's ability and luck.
•Upcoming races could impact Antonelli's title bid.

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2:48 PMMotorsport.com — Jacques Villeneuve says Kimi Antonelli "has the luck of champions" in Michael Schumacher comparison

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1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has argued that Kimi Antonelli is currently enjoying the "luck of champions". Antonelli became the youngest driver to lead the championship after his back-to-back wins at the Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix. The 19-year-old driver has continued to pick up wins in every grand prix since, in Miami, Canada and Monaco. Heading into the season ...Keep reading
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