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Kimi Antonelli explains cause of DNF at Imola – and why he was “wasting energy”
Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s first home F1 grand prix ended prematurely as he failed to finish the F1 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix due to a throttle issue on Lap 46 out of 63, while running in 10th position. Despite the DNF, Antonelli was proud of his battle with Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton and acknowledged the need to work on improving his race pace, especially in hot temperatures. As a teenager from Bologna, Antonelli invited his schoolmates to the event, but Jacques Villeneuve questioned this decision. Antonelli, reflecting on the experience, admitted he didn’t manage his time well and learned valuable lessons for future races. Looking ahead, Antonelli aims to impress at the F1 Italian Grand Prix at Monza, as his career trajectory in F1 continues to rise.
