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Rookie Racer’s Dramatic Struggle: Antonelli’s Energy Drain Leads to Imola Disappointment

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
May 21, 2025
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Rookie Racer’s Dramatic Struggle: Antonelli’s Energy Drain Leads to Imola Disappointment

Formula One F1 - Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy - May 17, 2025 Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli ahead of qualification Pool via REUTERS/Luca Bruno

Mercedes F1’s Rising Star Faces Energy Drain at Imola Grand Prix

In a whirlwind weekend at Imola, Mercedes’ Formula 1 rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli found himself drained of energy amidst the hype of his homecoming race. The Italian driver, making his first grand prix start on home soil near Bologna, struggled with confidence in the car and battled excessive tyre overheating during the race alongside teammate George Russell.

While Russell managed to salvage a respectable seventh place, Antonelli’s race ended prematurely due to a throttle issue, despite initially fending off Lewis Hamilton. The weekend was filled with anticipation as Antonelli celebrated Bologna FC’s cup success and even invited his classmates to the paddock, where he generously interacted with fans, handing out photographs and taking selfies.

The overwhelming experience, however, left Antonelli feeling drained inside the cockpit, affecting his performance on the track. Looking back on the challenging weekend, the 18-year-old acknowledged the need to better manage his energy and attention, hinting at the importance of learning to say no and taking time for himself.

As Antonelli aims to bounce back stronger at the upcoming Monaco Grand Prix, team representative Bradley Lord emphasized the priority of performance amidst the hype surrounding the young driver. Both Mercedes and Antonelli will be reflecting on the lessons learned at Imola, with plans to balance the demands of his rookie campaign moving forward.

The Imola Grand Prix served as a crucial learning experience for Antonelli, highlighting the significance of finding a balance between embracing fan support and maintaining focus on track performance. With the next home race in Italy on the horizon, all eyes will be on Antonelli as he navigates the pressures of the F1 spotlight.

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