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Andrea Kimi Antonelli has said that his maiden F1 podium has helped mend some psychological scars caused by his FP1 smash at Monza last year.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli expressed that achieving his first Formula 1 podium has helped him overcome some psychological scars from his crash during FP1 at Monza last year.
The Mercedes rookie’s impressive start to his F1 career culminated in a milestone in Canada, where he became the third-youngest driver ever to secure a top-three finish.
Despite his strong performances in the first 10 rounds, doubts lingered in Antonelli’s confidence stemming from his crash in Italy last year.
The crash at Monza had left Antonelli with an ‘overcorrection’ and a tendency towards ‘safe’ driving, influencing his approach to practice sessions.
However, Antonelli’s podium finish in Canada has provided a sense of vindication and relief, allowing him to focus on improving his driving approach and exploring the limits of his car’s grip during qualifying sessions.
