Kimi Antonelli Wins Chinese GP for Mercedes

Kimi Antonelli Wins Chinese GP for Mercedes

Teenager Kimi Antonelli secured his first Formula 1 victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, leading Mercedes to a one-two finish. The 19-year-old Italian became the second youngest grand prix winner in history, just a day after setting the youngest pole-sitter record. He controlled the race despite losing the lead early to Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari. George Russell finished second, maintaining his championship lead. A thrilling battle between Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc added drama, with Hamilton securing his first podium for Ferrari since joining the team. Other highlights included high-profile retirements and a fierce midfield battle. The race marked Antonelli's emotional debut victory, making him the first Italian to win an F1 race since Giancarlo Fisichella in 2006.