Antonelli becomes youngest F1 World Champion after Mexico City podium

In an F1 Nation episode, Tom Clarkson and James Hinchcliffe review the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli became the youngest World Champion in Formula 1 history. Although ninth place would have been enough, Antonelli fought his way to third, and the panel reflected on what that drive says about his character. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen lifted him onto their shoulders on the podium.

Verstappen took victory with speed and composure, and the pair examined what was key to his lead and whether momentum now rests with him heading into 2027. The discussion also turned to Ferrari, after Hamilton called for "serious talks" following his wheel-to-wheel battle with Charles Leclerc.

The episode further covered George Russell's mindset now that his teammate is champion, and praised Liam Lawson for another points finish and Ryo Hirakawa for scoring a point on his Grand Prix debut.