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Red Bull chief F1 Helmut Marko has revealed that he has spoken to Italian youngster Kimi Antonelli amid his current Mercedes woes.
Red Bull chief Helmut Marko disclosed speaking with Italian young driver Kimi Antonelli regarding his struggles at Mercedes in F1.
Antonelli started the season well, achieving his first pole position and podium, but has had a downturn in performance lately.
Marko highlighted the pressure on young drivers at Red Bull and hinted at similar challenges Antonelli may face at Mercedes.
The Austrian shared that Antonelli lacks confidence in the car and struggles with control, indicating a mental aspect to his performance issues.
While Marko praised Antonelli’s speed and potential, he also noted the difficulties the driver has faced in recent races.
The future of Antonelli with Mercedes remains uncertain, with contract decisions and possible team dynamics at play.
As the F1 season progresses, it will be interesting to see if Antonelli can regain his lost form and solidify his place within the Mercedes team.
