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Kimi Antonelli spun off early during FP1 upon F1’s return from the summer break at the Dutch GP, but it wasn’t entirely all his fault.
Mercedes takes responsibility for the issues that affected Kimi Antonelli’s preparation for the Dutch GP, acknowledging their role in the challenges he faced.
Antonelli struggled during the European season, with incidents like crashing into Charles Leclerc and encountering simulator problems before the Zandvoort GP.
Despite setbacks, Antonelli showed promise with a strong fourth-place finish in the Azerbaijan GP, demonstrating his potential and talent.
Mercedes is focused on helping Antonelli manage the pressure and improve his performance through increased preparation and development driving.
The team recognizes the challenges faced by rookie drivers in F1 and remains committed to refining their processes to support Antonelli’s progress.
