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Mercedes’ Italian driver Kimi Antonelli became the youngest F1 world champion in history on Sunday, aged 20 years and 68 days. EPA

Kimi Antonelli: How F1’s newest superstar went from rookie to record-breaker

Three years after winning his first major title in Abu Dhabi, the Italian has completed an extraordinary journey from teenage prodigy to the summit of Formula One

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  • Harry Kane wins the 2026 men's Ballon d'Or

    Harry Kane wins the 2026 men's Ballon d'Or

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  • Who should win the Ballon d’Or? El ClĂ¡sico fans have their say

    Who should win the Ballon d’Or? El ClĂ¡sico fans have their say

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    Dana White praises Abu Dhabi ahead of UFC 333

    Play01:07
  • Joe Hart on Maresca and why he holds no grudge against Guardiola

    Joe Hart on Maresca and why he holds no grudge against Guardiola

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  • UFC stars hit Yas Mall for open workouts

    UFC stars hit Yas Mall for open workouts

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    Pep Guardiola urges world not to forget Gaza's 'hell'

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  • Burj Khalifa signals countdown to Abu Dhabi F1 finale

    Burj Khalifa signals countdown to Abu Dhabi F1 finale

    Play00:41
  • Saudi football presses on despite Houthi attacks

    Saudi football presses on despite Houthi attacks

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  • Haaland sues Norwegian airline over his famous ponytail

    Haaland sues Norwegian airline over his famous ponytail

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    Man City block out the noise to defeat Liverpool at Anfield

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    Syria hosts UAE President’s Cup for Arabian horses

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick against Al Kholood. Reuters

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