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Kimi Antonelli leads F1 championship after impressive season

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:07 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Kimi Antonelli leads F1 championship after impressive season
Summary

Kimi Antonelli, at 19 years old, is currently leading the F1 drivers' championship in only his second season. His father, Marco Antonelli, first recognized Kimi's remarkable driving ability when he was just 10 years old during a session in a Lamborghini. Kimi began karting at the age of five, quickly showcasing his talent and winning in various categories. The Antonelli family faced financial constraints but managed to support Kimi's racing ambitions through karting and entry-level racing. Kimi’s journey continues to gain attention in the motorsport community as he pursues his career in Formula 1.

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Key Details
  • •Kimi Antonelli leads the F1 drivers' championship.
  • •He is 19 years old and in his second F1 season.
  • •His father recognized his talent when Kimi was 10.
  • •Kimi began racing go-karts at age five.
  • •The family had financial challenges supporting his racing career.
Latest Updates
  • 6:07 AMYahoo Sports — Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' who started driving on dad's lap
  • 6:06 AMBBC Sport — Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' who started driving on dad's lap
What they're saying
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Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.

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Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.

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