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Kimi Antonelli is on the brink of F1 history -- but first, there's a car to wash and pranks to pull

Kimi Antonelli is on the brink of F1 history.

By · Published October 21, 2026  14:30 UTC · Updated October 21, 2026  14:30 UTC

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Kimi Antonelli is on the brink of F1 history. According to Motorsport.com, Christian Horner has stated that Antonelli has 'earned' the right to be Mercedes' number one.

Coverage from The New York Times and ESPN highlights Antonelli's unusual approach to the eve of the championship. He plans to hand-wash his car and participate in pranks.

This attention-grabbing behavior contrasts with the focus on the championship itself, as emphasized by The Guardian in its discussion of the Austin GP. The Austin GP is scheduled to take place on Sunday, with Antonelli poised to clinch the F1 title.

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Who has stated that Kimi Antonelli has 'earned' the right to be Mercedes' number one?

Christian Horner

What are Kimi Antonelli's plans for the eve of the championship?

Hand-washing his car and participating in pranks

What is the scheduled date of the Austin GP?

Sunday

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