Shanghai, March 15, 2026 (AFP) - Antonelli says 'big dream' came true with first GP win

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2026-03-15

Teenager Kimi Antonelli said one of his "big dreams" came true in China on Sunday when he won a grand prix for the first time in his fledgling Formula One career. The 19-year-old, who took over Lewis Hamilton's old seat at Mercedes at the start of the 2025 season, swept to a maiden win at the Shanghai International Circuit. "The team did an incredible job," Antonelli told reporters. "The car is super quick and it's allowing us to fight for wins.......

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