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Kimi Antonelli nears youngest F1 world championship at the Mexican Grand Prix

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Fiesta awaits in Mexico City as Kimi Antonelli speeds towards F1 history
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Italian 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli is on the verge of becoming Formula One's youngest world champion, with the Mexican Grand Prix in Mexico City this weekend. Al Jazeera reports that Antonelli had an F1 licence before he could legally drive. The Guardian reports that he is almost sure to secure the title this weekend, with the race set to bring a carnival-style atmosphere. The Guardian also says his exuberant joy, from his first season at Mercedes in the sharp end of the field, has been a highlight of a season otherwise marked by discontent over the new regulations.

This continues an earlier story: Kimi Antonelli wins United States Grand Prix but must wait for F1 title

Later: Lewis Hamilton takes his first Ferrari pole at the Mexican Grand Prix · Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion as Verstappen wins chaotic Mexico City Grand Prix · Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One world champion at 20 · Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One's youngest-ever world champion at 20

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  1. Al Jazeera

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    Al Jazeera reports that 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli had an F1 licence before he could legally drive and could now become Formula One's youngest champion.

  2. The Guardian

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    The Guardian reports that Italian 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli is on the verge of becoming the youngest world champion, a title he will almost surely secure at the Mexican Grand Prix this weekend.

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