Kimi Antonelli believes Mercedes’ trend is “unacceptable” and work must be done to rectify it.
Kimi Antonelli expressed his frustration with Mercedes’ ongoing struggles with bad starts in F1 races, deeming the trend “unacceptable.” Despite winning several races, Antonelli has consistently lost positions at the start of races and Sprints, causing him to drop down the field. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff took responsibility for the issue, attributing it to a miscalculation of grip levels, but Antonelli emphasized the need for a swift resolution as competitors close in on Mercedes. Antonelli acknowledged his own inconsistencies with clutch-drop starts and highlighted the importance of improving in that area to ensure better race starts. Ultimately, he remains optimistic about overcoming these challenges and maintaining focus on performing well in races.
