Young Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has made history at the Chinese Grand Prix by becoming the youngest pole sitter in Formula 1 history at 19 years, six months, and 18 days, surpassing Sebastian Vettel’s previous record. This marks the first pole position for an Italian driver since Giancarlo Fisichella in 2009. Antonelli will start alongside teammate George Russell, who secured second place despite facing mechanical issues during qualifying. Hamilton and Leclerc complete the second row for Ferrari.
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