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Teen Sensation Kimi Antonelli Makes F1 History in Miami

5/3/2025

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Kimi Antonelli, just 18, made history by clinching pole position for the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, becoming the youngest pole-winner in F1 history. He narrowly beat championship leader Oscar Piastri by a mere 0.045 seconds. Meanwhile, Cadillac's F1 team is gearing up for its 2026 debut, facing hurdles in driver signings and car development.

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Cadillac's eagerly anticipated Formula 1 team, launching in 2026, is grappling with hurdles like limited track time and hiring setbacks. Team principal Graeme Lowdon revealed that no drivers are secured yet, although there’s keen interest in Sergio Pérez. The team is determined to finalize its driver roster by summer while ramping up car development at their new Indiana facility.

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Kimi Antonelli, just 18, made history by clinching pole position for the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, becoming the youngest pole-winner in F1 history. He narrowly beat championship leader Oscar Piastri by a mere 0.045 seconds. Meanwhile, Cadillac's F1 team is gearing up for its 2026 debut, facing hurdles in driver signings and car development.

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