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Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has revealed that “five minutes” separated learning of Lewis Hamilton’s exit and deciding Andrea Kimi Antonelli will replace him. The marque has now announced the long-expected news that Antonelli will be promoted to a permanent race seat to replace the Ferrari-bound Hamilton next season. Antonelli was long considered the […]
Mercedes has finally confirmed that Antonelli will replace Hamilton next season, following his move to Ferrari. This decision came after Wolff’s meeting with Verstappen’s team, leading to the realization that Verstappen will stay at Red Bull. Wolff expressed that Antonelli was always his preferred choice alongside Russell. Both drivers have long-term contracts with Mercedes, indicating the team’s commitment to building around them. The announcement of Antonelli joining the team is not a short-term solution but a strategic move based on trust and faith in the drivers’ abilities.
