Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion as Max Verstappen wins race

What happened: Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli became Formula 1's youngest world champion, finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. Key numbers: Antonelli is 20 years old and took his 16th podium finish. He is the first Italian champion since Alberto Ascari in 1953 and breaks Sebastian Vettel's record, set at age 23 in 2010. Why it matters: Antonelli secured the title despite falling ill and missing Thursday's media day. Hamilton said he had the pace to win and called for serious talks behind the scenes. Coverage: 4 outlets in 24h

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli became Formula 1's youngest world champion, finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

Antonelli secured the title despite falling ill and missing Thursday's media day. Hamilton said he had the pace to win and called for serious talks behind the scenes.