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There has been much intrigue over who will replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next year, with team principal Toto Wolff shedding further light on the situation.
Mercedes Formula 1 team principal Toto Wolff has confirmed that teenager Kimi Antonelli is a strong candidate for a seat at the team next year. As Lewis Hamilton is set to leave Mercedes, Antonelli is being considered along with other drivers like Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz. Antonelli, who just turned 18, has impressed Wolff with his potential and talent. Having progressed from go-karting to Formula 2, Antonelli is currently ninth in the championship. Wolff is not rushing into a decision, as he believes Antonelli is in a strong position for the seat.
