Kimi Antonelli expressed his anger at the racing conduct of his Mercedes team-mate George Russell during the sprint race last weekend.
Former F1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya defended Kimi Antonelli’s radio outburst during the sprint race in Canada, where he expressed frustration after being forced wide by team-mate George Russell.
Antonelli requested a time penalty for Russell, but Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff intervened, promising internal discussions post-race.
The incident was the first major conflict between the Mercedes team-mates this season, both being key championship contenders.
Montoya praised Antonelli’s aggressive approach, stating that his bold moves while fighting for position were enjoyable to watch.
While acknowledging Antonelli’s emotional reaction, Montoya emphasized that passion is a crucial quality for F1 drivers, concluding that Kimi’s respect for Toto plays a significant role in managing such situations.
