British F1 GP: Kimi Antonelli edges Hamilton for maiden sprint win

Kimi Antonelli

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes became the youngest winner of a Formula One sprint on Saturday when he passed Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton to triumph at the British Grand Prix.

The 19-year-old Italian achieved his first sprint win with a well-managed drive after starting second, following the seven-time champion for seven of the 17 laps before powering into the lead.

Antonelli finished 2.745 seconds clear of Hamilton at the front to extend his lead in the title race ahead of George Russell in the second Mercedes.

Meanwhile, championship leader Antonelli of Mercedes will start Sunday's British Grand Prix from pole position after again dominating qualifying on Saturday.

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