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Kimi Antonelli prepares for 2027 after historic championship win

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 9:23 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Kimi Antonelli prepares for 2027 after historic championship win
Summary

Kimi Antonelli, the newly crowned youngest Formula 1 world champion, is setting his sights on defending his title in 2027. Following his victory in Mexico City last weekend, Antonelli stated that he views the concluding races of the season as a head start for next year’s campaign. At the upcoming Sao Paulo Grand Prix, he aims to finish strong to build confidence for the next season. The 20-year-old driver paid tribute to Ayrton Senna by unveiling a special helmet design inspired by the late champion. He expressed gratitude for having been lifted onto the podium by Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, calling it a special moment he will cherish.

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By the Numbers
  • •Antonelli became F1's youngest world champion at age 20.
  • •He views the remaining races as preparation for 2027.
  • •Antonelli will race with a Senna-inspired helmet design in Sao Paulo.
  • •He cherishes the podium moment with Hamilton and Verstappen in Mexico.
Latest Updates
  • 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Antonelli says 2027 preparation starts now
  • 9:19 PMBBC Sport — Antonelli says 2027 preparation starts now
What they're saying
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New world champion Kimi Antonelli says he is treating the final races of the season as the beginnings of his campaign to retain the title next year.

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New world champion Kimi Antonelli says he is treating the final races of the season as the beginnings of his campaign to retain the title next year.

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