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Max Verstappen has spoken of Andrea Kimi Antonelli and how the Mercedes junior needs to adjust if he is promoted to F1 in the future.
Max Verstappen advised Andrea Kimi Antonelli to not be afraid of making mistakes if he is promoted to Formula 1 at 18. Toto Wolff is considering Antonelli as a potential replacement for Lewis Hamilton in 2025, and he has tested old F1 cars for Mercedes. Antonelli, at 17, awaits his 18th birthday on August 25 to be eligible for a superlicence, with a waiver requested. Verstappen, dubbed ‘the new Verstappen’, encourages Antonelli to embrace mistakes for growth and learning, shared during an interview. Verstappen also discussed his own challenges transitioning from Euro F3 to F1, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and learning both on and off the track. He highlighted the significance of building relationships with the team for continuous improvement and development.
