Ahead of Monza, why Mercedes is keeping faith in Antonelli

Ahead of Monza, why Mercedes is keeping faith in Antonelli

Kimi Antonelli is the 18-year-old next big thing of Formula 1, and ahead of his return to Monza, he will continue to prove that at Mercedes.

Mercedes F1 defend Kimi Antonelli after claims ‘things aren’t working

Is criticism of Kimi Antonelli warranted?

Why Mercedes was aware Kimi Antonelli would have steeper F1 learning curve than Max Verstappen

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has confessed that Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s Formula 1 learning curve would differ from that of Max Verstappen’s, after his error in the Dutch Grand Prix. The Italian has endured a tricky second half of his maiden F1 season, scoring only one point in the European leg of the season. An impressive beginning to his debut year culminated in Canada with his first podium, but in the races since, the 19-year-old’s form has suffer…

Andrea Kimi Antonelli's error-filled F1 debut season is exactly what he needs

Given his tender age, his rapid rise through the ranks and his immediate promotion to a top team like Mercedes, there was plenty of anticipation around Andrea Kimi Antonelli's F1 debut this year.Mercedes' hand was perhaps forced by Lewis Hamilton's earlier than expected departure, but it still decided to press ahead and promote its homegrown talent after a generous private testing programme ...Keep reading