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Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has said that he has ‘no respect for anyone’ involved in the horrible social media abuse received by his driver Kimi Antonelli.
Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff expressed his lack of respect towards individuals involved in the social media abuse directed at driver Kimi Antonelli, stating that the abuse was unacceptable and unwarranted. Following a late mistake at the Qatar Grand Prix, Antonelli faced criticism and accusations from figures such as Max Verstappen’s race engineer and Red Bull’s team advisor, which were later proven to be false based on onboard video footage of the incident. Both Lambiase and Marko, as well as Red Bull, issued apologies for their comments that contributed to the online abuse directed at Antonelli, who responded by hiding his profile picture on Instagram.
Wolff condemned the online trolls who targeted Antonelli and commended Red Bull for taking responsibility and offering apologies for their involvement in the situation. Antonelli, despite his setback in Qatar, has had an impressive rookie season in Formula 1, with notable achievements such as his first podium finish and consistent performances throughout the year. As the season nears its conclusion, Antonelli remains in contention for a higher standing in the drivers’ championship, showcasing potential for future success in the sport. Looking ahead, Antonelli is set to continue racing for Mercedes alongside George Russell in the following season, aiming to further establish himself as a competitive force on the race track.
