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Goosebumps and Glory: Antonelli Claims First F1 Podium at Canadian GP
- At just 18 years old, Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli secured a podium position by claiming third place at the Canadian Grand Prix on June 15, marking the first time in 16 years that an Italian driver has stood on the Formula 1 podium.
- Antonelli's podium came after a difficult triple-header and strong race management, supported by teammate George Russell who helped him develop this season.
- Antonelli started fourth, seized third from Oscar Piastri early, endured a stressful final stint with pressure from Piastri, but a late safety car eased the challenge.
- Antonelli said it was "much better than what I imagined" and described feeling "massive goosebumps" from the crowd, adding the moment will be remembered for a very long time.
- The result boosts Antonelli’s momentum toward more podiums and possible future wins, highlighting a good team dynamic and aiming to bring Italy back to F1 prominence.
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Just 18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli became the third youngest Formula 1 podium finisher.
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For the first time, no McLaren driver or Red Bull star Max Verstappen wins this season. Mercedes can cheer over another podium place with third place of 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli. At McLaren, however, the two pilots crashed together at the end.
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