Kimi Antonelli Poised to Make Formula One History in Mexico City

Bologna-born Kimi Antonelli enters the Mexican Grand Prix with a 123-point lead and a clear path to the world championship. The Mercedes driver requires only a top-nine finish to secure the title, despite a recent bout with a viral infection that interrupted his media schedule.

If successful, Antonelli will become the youngest world champion in the history of the sport. This achievement would also mark the first time an Italian driver has claimed the title since Alberto Ascari’s back-to-back victories in 1952 and 1953.

While Antonelli focuses on his championship bid, Charles Leclerc led both practice sessions for Ferrari. Other notable storylines include Sergio Perez reaching his 300th career start and a tight battle in the constructors' standings between Red Bull and McLaren.

Mercedes teammate George Russell continues to navigate a challenging season, acknowledging the performance gap between himself and the championship leader. Meanwhile, the constructors' title remains mathematically possible for Mercedes this weekend, though team officials suggest a later date is more likely.