Andrea Kimi AntonelliJohn Miles
via f1oversteer.comDamon Hill saw ‘how lucky’ F1 is to have Kimi Antonelli in one of the ‘greatest’ moments of all timeDamon Hill has expressed his admiration for Kimi Antonelli, highlighting his impressive rise as a front runner in the Formula 1 world championship. Despite facing challenges at the Bahrain Grand Prix, Antonelli's performance has kept him in contention for the podium, showcasing his talent even as Mercedes struggles.
Hill specifically praised Antonelli's stunning victory at Monza, where he surged from 19th to 1st, calling it one of the greatest sporting moments ever. Hill believes Antonelli's maturity and character make him a significant asset to Formula 1, and he anticipates a bright future for the young driver.
f1oversteer.comSun 4 Oct · 06:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli rues costly error after added F1 qualifying stressKimi Antonelli expressed disappointment over a track limits violation during Q2 of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, which resulted in him needing an additional set of soft tyres to reach Q3. Despite this setback, he managed to qualify fourth, significantly ahead of his Mercedes teammate George Russell, who qualified eighth.
Looking ahead to the race, Antonelli acknowledged the challenges posed by the harsh climate and track conditions, which could lead to high tyre degradation. He is currently leading the drivers' championship and plans to manage his race strategy carefully, aiming for the best possible result while being cautious not to take unnecessary risks.
RacingNews365Sat 3 Oct · 16:50 UTC
via RaceFansAntonelli leads the Red Bulls in final practice | Formula 1In the final practice session at the Sepang International Circuit, Andrea Kimi Antonelli achieved the fastest lap, putting Mercedes at the top for the first time this weekend. He outpaced his teammate George Russell, who is also a contender for the championship, by more than half a second, showcasing the effectiveness of Mercedes' new upgrade package.
The Red Bull drivers, including Max Verstappen, managed to place themselves between the two Mercedes drivers, with Verstappen nearly three-tenths of a second slower than Antonelli. Meanwhile, both Ferrari drivers struggled, clocking in seven-tenths slower than the session leader. The drivers faced challenges due to the track's abrasive surface, which made it difficult to achieve optimal lap times.
RaceFansSat 3 Oct · 05:41 UTC