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Verstappen calls Antonelli the deserving champion; Hamilton recalls special Mexico podium

Archive photograph: Max Verstappen · 2024-08-25Archive photo · 2024-08-25 · Steffen Prößdorf · CC BY-SA 4.0

Antonelli clinched his first world title with third place in Mexico, then was lifted onto the shoulders of race winner Max Verstappen and runner-up Lewis Hamilton. Verstappen praised his season; Hamilton said the celebration was among the most special moments he could remember there.

From the GPBeat newsroomPublished · · 1 min

Max Verstappen said Kimi Antonelli had earned his first Formula 1 title. The 20-year-old secured the championship in Mexico with third place behind race winner Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton; after the race, the two lifted him onto their shoulders.

Verstappen said it was especially impressive for Antonelli to become champion in his second F1 season, particularly at his age. He praised the Italian’s consistency, lack of major mistakes and ability to beat an experienced team-mate. Verstappen also said he was proud of how Antonelli had carried himself through the year; while performing every weekend is difficult, he said, Antonelli had managed it.

Hamilton said sharing the podium with Verstappen and Antonelli for Kimi’s first-title celebration was a very special moment, among the most special he could remember in Mexico.

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  1. SOURCEVerstappen en Hamilton genieten na van iconisch moment met AntonelliRacingNews365 Nederland