# Youngest F1 champion Antonelli reflects on Senna’s influence

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/youngest-f1-champion-antonelli-reflects-on-sennas-influence/
- Published: 2026-11-04T22:57:11+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-04T23:50:26+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/youngest-f1-champion-antonelli-reflects-sennas-influence-6525691
- Topics: Motorsport, Sport, World

## Key points

- Antonelli says Senna’s dedication and character inspired him.
- The 20-year-old became Formula One’s youngest champion.
- He credits his 2025 São Paulo result with building confidence.

## Summary

Kimi Antonelli says Ayrton Senna’s talent, dedication and generosity will continue to shape his approach to Formula One after he became the sport’s youngest world champion. The 20-year-old Italian paid tribute to his childhood hero in São Paulo, where he met Senna’s family, sat in the late Brazilian’s 1986 Lotus and visited his grave.

Antonelli secured the title with third place in Mexico on Sunday, breaking Sebastian Vettel’s record; Vettel sent him a message urging him to enjoy the achievement and stay grounded. Antonelli also said his runner-up finish at the 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix gave him confidence after a difficult period and helped set the foundations for his title-winning season. He says he now wants to keep improving and win as much as possible.

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