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George Russell thinks Andrea Kimi Antonelli must forge his “own path” when it comes to whether he would mentor his possible 2025 Mercedes Formula 1 team-mate. Mercedes is discussing the options to partner Russell at the squad next season amid the revelation earlier this term that Lewis Hamilton will leave to move to Ferrari. The […]
Mercedes is exploring potential candidates to replace Lewis Hamilton next season, with Max Verstappen initially desired by Toto Wolff but Verstappen’s commitment to Red Bull has made Kimi Antonelli a likely choice. Antonelli, despite being only 18 years old, has impressed with his performance in Formula 2 and F1 testing, potentially elevating George Russell into a leadership role within the team. Russell, acknowledging the importance of teamwork and competition, emphasizes the need for independence and individual growth for young drivers like Antonelli. The upcoming season promises change and challenges for Russell, who is eager to embrace a new dynamic with a different teammate, like Antonelli. Toto Wolff has hinted at the potential shift towards a new direction for Mercedes, with Antonelli emerging as a central figure in their future plans, while ruling out Carlos Sainz as an option for the team moving forward.
