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Mercedes has issued a formal response to Red Bull’s apology to Andrea Kimi Antonelli over the swathes of online abuse he faced in the aftermath of the F1 Qatar GP.
Mercedes responded formally to Red Bull’s apology to Andrea Kimi Antonelli for the online abuse he faced following the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix. The incident occurred when Antonelli battled for fourth position and was overtaken by Lando Norris in the closing laps of the race. Red Bull initially accused Antonelli of deliberately letting Norris pass, prompting a wave of online abuse towards the young driver before retracting their claims. In their video statement, Mercedes highlighted the importance of addressing online abuse and emphasized creating a safe environment for fans to engage with the team. Deputy Technical Director Simone Resta clarified the incident, explaining that Antonelli was pushing his limits while attempting both to attack and defend his position, ultimately leading to his loss to Norris. Mercedes acknowledged and appreciated Red Bull’s statement following the incident and expressed their commitment to combating online abuse in the sport.
