Mercedes to review Monza incident that ‘would have made us look like idiots’

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff expressed concern over a near-embarrassing incident involving Kimi Antonelli during the Italian Grand Prix. After starting from 19th, Antonelli caught up to teammate George Russell but ended up in the gravel while attempting an overtake, which could have jeopardized the race result for the team. Wolff noted that the situation highlighted the importance of managing driver dynamics carefully, especially given the team's history with in-team rivalries.

Despite the close racing between Antonelli and Russell, which allowed Max Verstappen to stay competitive, Wolff emphasized that the team does not enforce a strict driver hierarchy. He acknowledged the need for caution in such battles and indicated that the team would review the incident to improve future racing strategies. The incident served as a reminder of the delicate balance between allowing drivers to race freely and ensuring team cohesion.