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Antonelli completes maiden Mercedes F1 test
Mercedes junior driver Antonelli is being considered to replace Lewis Hamilton in a Silver Arrow in 2025. He recently underwent tests at the Red Bull Ring, driving the W12, courtesy of the team. Antonelli completed 500 kilometres over two days, stating it was an incredible experience and he loved every second of it. Currently competing in his debut Formula 2 season, Antonelli sits ninth in the drivers’ standings. Toto Wolff has commented that Antonelli would do well if given the opportunity to step up to Formula 1. Mercedes is in a rebuilding phase and considering different strategies for future success, whether through a young driver like Antonelli or a more experienced one. Antonelli will resume F2 action at Imola in May.
