P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Kimi Antonelli endured a tough rookie season at times, but overall made a good impression on boss Toto Wolff.
Toto Wolff praised Kimi Antonelli for holding his own against the fierce competition in Formula 1 during his debut season. Antonelli, who replaced Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, made a strong impression by finishing fourth in Australia and leading a race in Japan while setting the fastest lap. Despite struggling in the middle of the season, Antonelli finished strong with podium finishes in Sao Paulo and Las Vegas. Wolff acknowledged the ups and downs of Antonelli’s rookie year but highlighted his potential for the future. Antonelli’s seventh-place finish in the standings and Mercedes securing second in the constructors’ showcased his promise in the sport. Wolff emphasized the learning experience for Antonelli and expressed high expectations for the young driver moving forward.
