Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s rookie Formula 1 season has shown Mercedes his raw speed and potential, although improvements in race pace are still expected by team boss Toto Wolff and the driver himself. Antonelli impressed by outqualifying his teammate George Russell in Miami, but struggled during the race, losing positions and struggling with tyre management. Despite this, Wolff remains optimistic about Antonelli’s talent and sees room for growth in his race performance.
Antonelli acknowledges the need for improvement, particularly in managing tyre wear during races, as seen in the Miami Grand Prix. Despite difficulties, he remains positive about his learning experience and is committed to analyzing his performance for future races. Wolff praises Antonelli’s overall progress, noting his consistent top-six finishes despite the challenges of inexperience in Formula 1.
Overall, Antonelli’s rookie season has been a mix of impressive speed and learning opportunities, with both driver and team acknowledging areas for improvement moving forward. Despite setbacks, there is confidence in Antonelli’s potential and future development within the Mercedes team.
