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Kimi Antonelli has revealed that maintaining his energy was a challenge during his debut F1 campaign, citing a far busier schedule than his days in F2.
Kimi Antonelli faced challenges in maintaining his energy during his first Formula 1 season, noting a busier schedule compared to his Formula 2 days. Despite this, he achieved three podiums and finished seventh in the Drivers’ Championship. The season required adjustment for the 19-year-old with ups and downs, including retirements and a strong finish.
Antonelli highlighted managing energy as a significant challenge and a key learning experience for future seasons. He found F1 cars to be “amazing” to drive and enjoyed the high limits and fun of pushing the car to its potential. His former F2 teammate Oliver Bearman also transitioned to F1 in 2025 and echoed Antonelli’s sentiments on the demanding nature of the sport.
Both drivers emphasized the increased workload and commitments in F1, leading to a need to always be ready to perform at the highest level. Despite the challenges, they appreciated the opportunity to drive the fastest cars in the world and remained optimistic about the learning experiences gained for the upcoming seasons.
