# Antonelli keeps number 12 for 2027

> New F1 champion Antonelli will not use number one on his car next year.
- Title: Antonelli keeps number 12 for 2027 · RaceFans | Shortify
- Summary: New F1 champion Antonelli will not use number one on his car next year. F1 driver Antonelli will keep his number 12 for 2027 after winning world championship.
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- Source: RaceFans — https://racefans.net/2026/11/02/ill-stay-with-number-12-no-number-one-in-2027-for-new-champion-antonelli
- Published: 2026-11-02T09:59:10+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: antonielli, f1, mexican grand prix, number 12, world championship, sports, cars
## Antonelli's number choice
Antonelli will not use number one on his car next year.
## Why he keeps number 12
He says it’s a special number for him and helps him stay grounded.
## Superstition factor
He admits number one has never been good for him in past races.
## Historical connection
He is first driver to win world championship with number 12 since Ayrton Senna.
## Key takeaway

F1 driver Antonelli will keep his number 12 for 2027 after winning world championship.