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via BBC SportAntonelli passes Hamilton to win Silverstone sprintKimi Antonelli secured victory in the sprint race at the British Grand Prix, overtaking Lewis Hamilton on lap eight. The race featured intense battles among several drivers, with Antonelli's strategic battery management allowing him to take the lead and extend his championship advantage over George Russell to 43 points.
Hamilton, who finished second, acknowledged the challenge of keeping Antonelli behind, especially with the windy conditions affecting performance. Lando Norris and George Russell also had notable performances, with Norris climbing to third place after a strong start, while Russell struggled to maintain his position after initially gaining ground.
Sat 4 Jul · 12:18 UTC
via BBC SportOllie Bearman on catching up to Kimi Antonelli - and Harry Kane's F1 potentialOllie Bearman, a British Formula 1 driver, reflects on his journey and rivalry with Kimi Antonelli, who outperformed him in their rookie seasons. Bearman acknowledges Antonelli's success as motivation for his own potential in F1, particularly as he prepares for the upcoming British Grand Prix, where he aims to achieve a podium finish despite Haas' historical challenges. Bearman has had a mixed season, with early points finishes overshadowed by a crash in Japan, from which he recovered with minor injuries.
In addition to his racing career, Bearman expresses his admiration for footballer Harry Kane and shares his struggles to follow the World Cup due to conflicting schedules with F1 events. He remains optimistic about his performance at Silverstone, drawing on lessons learned from previous races and the support of the home crowd.Fri 3 Jul · 23:38 UTC
via BBC SportHamilton takes pole for Silverstone sprint raceLewis Hamilton achieved pole position for the sprint race at the British Grand Prix, narrowly edging out championship leader Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds. Max Verstappen took third place, while George Russell and Lando Norris rounded out the top six. The sprint race is set to take place on Saturday at noon BST, with Hamilton currently sitting third in the championship standings, trailing Antonelli by 46 points.
Hamilton's performance marked a significant turnaround for Ferrari after a challenging race in Austria. He credited small upgrades to the car for their improved pace, while Antonelli acknowledged the competitiveness of the session. The close qualifying results suggest an exciting sprint race ahead, with teams looking to make adjustments before the main event.Fri 3 Jul · 18:30 UTC
via espn.comAntonelli on mistakes: Too 'relaxed' or 'confident...Kimi Antonelli reflected on his performance during the Austrian Grand Prix, where he finished third after a challenging start. His early mistakes, attributed to excitement, cost him valuable time and allowed his championship lead to shrink to 40 points, with teammate George Russell taking the victory. Antonelli noted that he lost several seconds due to these errors and struggled with his brakes during the first stint on medium tires.
Despite the setbacks, Antonelli recognized the experience as a valuable learning opportunity. He emphasized the importance of minimizing mistakes moving forward and expressed confidence in his ability to rebound at the upcoming Silverstone race. Antonelli's strong start to the weekend was overshadowed by his qualifying performance, where he was outpaced by Russell, but he remains optimistic about his title defense.
Thu 2 Jul · 15:39 UTC
via espn.comGasly reawarded podium, Alpine appeal succeedsPierre Gasly's podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix has been reinstated following a successful appeal by Alpine. Initially finishing third, Gasly was penalized for exceeding the pit-lane speed limit, which dropped him to seventh. However, new evidence presented during the appeal revealed that the official measurement used to assess his speed was incorrect, leading the FIA to overturn the penalties.
As a result of the appeal, Gasly moves back to third place, while Isack Hadjar drops to fourth. The appeal process highlighted discrepancies in the pit-lane measurement system, which Mercedes had previously raised concerns about. Alpine expressed appreciation for the FIA's transparency throughout the review process, while Mercedes voiced their frustration over the outcome.Fri 12 Jun · 13:44 UTC
via espn.comHamilton full of praise for Monaco winner Antonell...Kimi Antonelli achieved his fifth consecutive victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, solidifying his lead in the drivers' championship with a 66-point margin over Lewis Hamilton. Antonelli's impressive streak began with his first win in China earlier this year, and he has now set a record as the youngest driver to win in Monaco, surpassing Hamilton's previous record from 2006.
Lewis Hamilton praised Antonelli's performance and the Mercedes team, acknowledging the challenges they faced during the race, including two safety car restarts. Despite his significant lead in the championship, Antonelli remains focused on maintaining his performance and emphasized that the season is still ongoing, indicating that he will continue to strive for success.Tue 9 Jun · 21:42 UTCPage 22 of 22