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Antonelli claims first F1 championship lead after victory in Japan

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Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest driver to lead the Formula One World Championship. A timely safety car and strong second stint helped him finish 13 seconds ahead of his rivals.

Breakdown
  • Antonelli wins in Japan and leads F1 championship for first time
  • A poor start drops Antonelli to 6th, but he recovers to 4th 8s
  • Safety car after Behrmann crash helps Antonelli take the lead 20s
  • Antonelli finishes 13 seconds ahead; Russell is 4th, Hamilton 6th 30s
  • Antonelli becomes youngest ever F1 championship leader 1m 0s
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