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Kimi Antonelli makes history as the youngest pole-sitter in Formula 1, clinching top spot for the Chinese Grand Prix at just 19 years old. The Mercedes star outpaced teammate George Russell by 0.222 seconds amid a dramatic qualifying session. Russell faced a technical issue, limiting him to a single flying lap in Q3. Antonelli's performance breaks a record set by Sebastian Vettel in 2008. Post-qualifying, Antonelli emphasizes this is just the start, stating, “I’m very happy because at the end, it’s just the beginning, so obviously there’s a lot more to come.” Despite the milestone, he acknowledges the need for growth in his qualifying strategy, reflecting on past challenges. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff praises Antonelli’s achievement, reinforcing confidence in the young driver. All eyes are now on the race, as Antonelli looks to build on this promising foundation.
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