Otis Lawrence becomes youngest ever Formula 1 Sim Racing world champion with Alpine

Otis Lawrence, an 18-year-old Welshman, has become the youngest-ever Formula 1 Sim Racing World Champion, clinching the 2026 drivers' title for Alpine Sim Racing at the season finale in Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit. He secured the championship by just two points after finishing fifth in the final race, executing a decisive late overtake on Bari Broumand. The victory came across a 12-race campaign that began with a win at Suzuka.