Biography of Kimi Antonelli: the young phenomenon of Formula 1

'How it became a phenomenon'. Life, secrets and passions by Kimi Antonelli in the biography signed by sports journalist Umberto Zapelloni which will arrive in bookstores on the eve of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Monza next weekend.

A volume for children, but not only, dedicated to the young Mercedes champion, in which Zapelloni outlines a complete portrait of him from the beginning to the great successes and records of the last few months.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli born in 2006 today dominates the Formula 1 rankings, surpassing Lewis Hamilton's record as the youngest driver ever to lead the world championship. But how do you become so good at such a demanding sport? The amazing Kimi - it is explained in the biography - grew up in a family full of affection that always supported and encouraged him, accompanying him along a path that required sacrifices and great willpower. Already as a child, thanks to the support of his father - himself a driver and owner of a team of GT and F4 cars -, Kimi proved to be courageous and tenacious, winning in kart races and then moving on to F4 and directly to F2. And from here on Zapelloni tells the extraordinary story of the boy who is distinguishing himself as a leader on the track and in life. Antonelli, barely over 18, is a Formula 1 phenomenon. He has collected one record after another in a very short time: youngest driver to drive a Grand Prix, youngest to set the fastest lap in the race, youngest poleman, youngest World Championship leader, youngest to achieve a Grand Slam. And these are just a few. Kimi is a kind boy, good at school, fond of pranks and video games, born with a prodigious talent that he has shown off since he was a child, driving racing cars on the lap of his father, also a driver. Thanks to the affection and support of his family, but above all to commitment and determination, he managed to chase and achieve his great dream: racing as a professional in the top category, Formula 1. From karts to single-seaters, this is the story of success built with dedication and respect by a very young athlete who has all it takes to become unforgettable.