Kimi Antonelli, an 18-year-old driver for Mercedes, achieved a historic milestone by taking pole position for the F1 Sprint at the Miami Grand Prix with a record lap of 1:26.482. Not only did he set the fastest time at the Miami International Autodrome, but he also became the youngest pole sitter in any Formula 1 race. Following his qualifying session, Antonelli expressed his excitement and determination to maintain his performance for the main race. His success highlights a new generation of talent in the sport, turning heads among competitors and team principals alike.
"I'm feeling over the moon. That lap it all came together. We will enjoy this for a little more. I want to focus on tomorrow because I really want to repeat myself."
"Think we've got another superstar we're going to have to deal with," McLaren Team Principal Zak Brown told TV interviewers after Antonelli pipped McLaren's Oscar Piastri for the pole.
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