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RacingNews365 technical expert Paolo Filisetti spoke to Kimi Antonelli at the Dutch Grand Prix, ahead of F1 getting back on track.
Kimi Antonelli recently left school after completing his final exams in June, in the midst of his rookie season in Formula 1.
Returning from the F1 summer break feels similar to going back to school after summer, but for Antonelli, driving for Mercedes, there is a distinct focus on achieving his goals in the second half of the season.
Despite a strong start with points in five of the first six races, a rear suspension change affected Antonelli’s confidence and performance until Hungary, where the team reverted to the previous setup.
Antonelli acknowledged the break was valuable for reflection and planning, emphasizing the learning curve and challenges faced with the new suspension.
Looking ahead, Antonelli aims to regain the momentum from the early part of the season and improve his performance in the races leading to the end of the year.
