Netflix’s The Seat: Did Kimi Antonelli’s Story Live Up to the Hype?

In this episode of Reading the Grid, Erin and Inna dive into Netflix’s The Seat – The Kimi Antonelli Story. The film promised a behind-the-scenes look at Mercedes’ bold decision to put a 17-year-old rookie in Lewis Hamilton’s old seat—but did it deliver?We explore the highs and lows: what the documentary revealed about Mercedes’ driver decision process, the fascinating glimpses into Kimi’s natural talent and family life, and standout moments with legendary race engineer Peter Bonnington. But we also discuss what fell flat—like the awkward WhatsApp sponsorship integration, forced scenes with Toto Wolff, and the feeling that much of the real drama was already saved for Drive to Survive.Was this a premature attempt to tell Antonelli’s story, or a worthwhile first look at F1’s next rising star? We share our honest, sometimes conflicted takes—equal parts appreciation and frustration—before turning our eyes toward the Dutch Grand Prix and the road ahead.