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Mercedes in race against time to fix Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s car after huge FP3 crash.
Mercedes is working against the clock to repair Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s wrecked car in time for the Australian Grand Prix qualifying session. Antonelli’s car sustained substantial damage during a massive crash at Turn 2, requiring urgent repairs to be ready for the race. Despite the severity of the accident, Antonelli emerged unharmed, but the impact measured at 17G necessitated the deployment of the medical car. The team faces uncertainty about Antonelli’s participation in qualifying, as they rush to replace the gearbox and other damaged components. George Russell, Antonelli’s Mercedes teammate, showcased impressive speed by topping FP3, setting a high benchmark for the competition.
