Kimi Antonelli’s Quiet Rise at Mercedes | Sports News

Kimi Antonelli is rewriting Formula One history, leading the championship at just 20 years old after dominating this season with wins in China, Japan, and Italy — now holding a 66-point lead over teammate George Russell. Former driver and pundit Karun Chandhok credits Mercedes for making the smart, strategic move to steer Antonelli away from Ferrari’s spotlight early on, allowing him to develop without the crushing pressure of Italian expectations. Chandhok saw Antonelli’s parents after his home race — beaming with pride not just for the win, but for the calmer, more nurturing environment Mercedes has provided. While he hopes Antonelli might one day join Ferrari, Chandhok believes avoiding that stage now was crucial for the young star’s long-term success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e89092d518edeb60