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Andrea Kimi Antonelli picked up a strong fifth-place finish at F1‘s Singapore GP, but he has conceded that he was a “bit disappointed” with the result.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli achieved a strong fifth-place finish in Formula 1‘s Singapore Grand Prix, though he admitted feeling “a bit disappointed” with the outcome. He acknowledged that emotional factors likely prevented him from securing his first F1 pole position at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. Antonelli faced challenges early in the 62-lap race, losing positions to Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc in the opening lap due to starting on the dirtier side of the grid. Despite these setbacks, he managed to overtake Leclerc later in the race with a bold move as Leclerc managed brake temperature issues on his Ferrari. Despite the disappointment of not reaching the full potential, Antonelli acknowledged his strong pace and physical resilience in the demanding race. His consecutive top-five finishes indicate a positive turnaround in his rookie F1 season, especially as Mercedes, including his teammate George Russell, showed significant progress. Antonelli expressed optimism about the improving performance of his car and his growing comfort with the W16, looking ahead to the upcoming races with anticipation.
