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Mercedes has applauded Lewis Hamilton for being a “fantastic ally” to Andrea Kimi Antonelli amid the difficult moments of his maiden F1 season.
Mercedes has praised Lewis Hamilton for supporting rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli during his challenging first season in Formula 1. Antonelli, who replaced Hamilton, has had highs like a pole in Miami and a podium in Canada but also faced difficulties, such as struggling in the European races. Hamilton encouraged Antonelli to stay positive, acknowledging his own challenges at 18. The team lauded Hamilton for mentoring young drivers and understanding the pressures of joining a top team as a rookie. Despite setbacks, Mercedes remains confident in Antonelli’s abilities amid car issues affecting performance.
