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Mercedes face race against time to fix F1 car after HUGE Australian GP crash
Kimi Antonelli’s participation in Australian Grand Prix qualifying is in doubt after a massive crash in FP3. The young Italian driver hit the wall hard, damaging his car’s four corners, leaving his mechanics with a huge repair job before the afternoon session. Fortunately, he was cleared by medics to continue racing. Several factors, including a delayed FP3 due to a Formula 3 crash, worked against the team’s race against time. Antonelli’s misfortune occurred near the end of the session, limiting the time for repairs and preparation. Despite the setback, Mercedes is working hard to get his car ready, while George Russell showcased the team’s pace with the fastest lap in FP3. The team is aiming for a strong finish, but Antonelli may have to fight from 22nd on the grid to secure significant points on race day.
