When is the earliest Kimi Antonelli can win the 2026 F1 title?

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli could become F1's youngest world champion as early as the United States Grand Prix on October 25. The 20-year-old, who leads the standings with 340 points, needs to extend his lead by 23 points to clinch the title. He must win the race, while George Russell must finish ninth or lower and Lewis Hamilton fifth or lower.