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Wolff’s Italian GP admission puts Antonelli’s F1 future at risk
During the Italian Grand Prix last weekend, Toto Wolff criticized Mercedes’ performance at Monza as ‘underwhelming’. His disappointment was mainly directed at Kimi Antonelli, the rookie driver, for his subpar results, including a crash during practice and struggles during the race.
Despite Wolff’s comments, Antonelli managed to salvage some points on Sunday, but it seems the team principal is still expecting more from him.
There are speculations about Antonelli’s future with Mercedes, as neither he nor his teammate have secured contracts for 2026 yet.
Former Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg expressed concerns about Wolff’s critical remarks towards Antonelli, suggesting that the young driver might be under pressure to improve and secure his place in the team.
Wolff’s unusual tone and public criticism could indicate his desire to push Antonelli and his family to reassess their approach and performance in Formula 1.
