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The Race chats to Mercedes F1 mega-prospect Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s team boss ahead of his hotly-anticipated F2 debut
At just 17 years old, Andrea Kimi Antonelli is positioned to potentially replace one of the most successful Formula 1 drivers, facing the pressure to succeed in the Formula 2 season. Antonelli and Prema Racing must adapt to the new Dallara F2 2024 car, with high expectations following past rookies like George Russell, Alex Albon, and Lando Norris making quick jumps to F1. Despite being relatively inexperienced and linked to replacing a legend like Hamilton, Antonelli is Italy’s hopeful for F1 success, bringing anticipation and excitement to the season. The Prema Racing team, usually dominant, faced challenges during preseason testing, putting emphasis on Antonelli’s steady progression throughout the races to come. With so much buzz surrounding his potential, Antonelli’s journey in Formula 2 will be closely watched as he aims to carve his own path to Formula 1 glory.
