Kimi Antonelli makes history at Monza, becomes first Italian in 60 years to win home GP
Monza, Sept. 6 -- Kimi Antonelli produced a sensational comeback drive at the Italian Grand Prix, charging from 19th on the grid to win his home race at Monza and become the first Italian in six decades to triumph at the iconic circuit.
The Mercedes youngster completed a remarkable recovery on Sunday, overtaking teammate George Russell with just three laps remaining before crossing the finish line 3.8 seconds ahead of him.
Antonelli's victory ended a 60-year wait for an Italian winner at Monza. He became the first home driver to win the Italian Grand Prix since Ludovico Scarfiotti achieved the feat for Ferrari in 1966.
The 19th-place start came after the 20-year-old was pushed down the grid by a penalty, but the home favourite capitali...
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