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Kimi Antonelli’s much-hyped F1 practice debut ended in the Monza barriers – after a spell at the top of the timesheets.
Kimi Antonelli’s Formula 1 weekend debut ended abruptly with a crash during the opening Italian Grand Prix practice session in Mercedes’ W15. The crash occurred just 10 minutes into the session on his second flying lap. Despite the setback, Antonelli’s talent was evident as he went fastest on his first flying lap. Unfortunately, he lost control and crashed at the final corner, the Parabolica. Antonelli reported he was okay after the incident as the red flags were brought out and Mercedes CEO Toto Wolff reassured him. Despite the crash, Antonelli’s potential to join the Mercedes works line-up in the future remains high. Lewis Hamilton, whom Antonelli is set to replace in 2025, was leading the session at the time of the red flag.
