# ‘Mamma mia, Kimi!’ Italy erupts as Antonelli becomes its first F1 champion in 73 years

https://mins.news/en/item/125987

- The Associated Press, 2026-11-02 19:00 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://bit.ly/47W5p3z

> Italy is celebrating after Kimi Antonelli clinched the Formula 1 world title, becoming the country’s first champion in 73 years.

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