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Charles Leclerc demands justice for Kimi Antonelli: online hate must end in F1

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
December 31, 2025
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Charles Leclerc demands justice for Kimi Antonelli: online hate must end in F1

F1 Star Charles Leclerc Slams Vile Online Abuse Against Rising Talent Kimi Antonelli: “It’s Unacceptable!”

In a shocking turn of events following the Qatar Grand Prix, Formula 1 superstar Charles Leclerc has taken a bold stand against the abhorrent online abuse directed at young driver Kimi Antonelli. Leclerc, who has consistently proven himself on the track, declared that no driver should ever have to endure such despicable behavior from faceless trolls lurking behind computer screens.

Antonelli found himself at the center of a fierce backlash after a controversial incident during the race, where a mistake allowed Lando Norris to slip past him for fourth place. This blunder became the catalyst for a wave of vitriolic death threats against Antonelli, highlighting the toxic underbelly of motorsport fandom that has reached alarming proportions in the digital age.

In the aftermath of the race, Antonelli was subjected to an avalanche of hate, with Red Bull’s engineer Gianpiero Lambiase even suggesting that the young racer had “just pulled over” to let Norris through, a claim that former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko echoed, inferring that the move was intentional. This unfounded speculation ignited a firestorm, prompting Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff to label Marko “brainless” in a fierce rebuttal to the damaging claims.

The repercussions of this incident were staggering, with Mercedes recording an astronomical 1,100% increase in hateful comments across its social media platforms post-race. This alarming trend is a stark reminder of the psychological toll that such harassment can inflict on young athletes trying to make their mark in one of the world’s most demanding sports.

Leclerc’s comments resonate deeply within the community, as he expressed outrage over the lack of accountability for those spewing hate online. “It’s unacceptable, and obviously, those people face no consequence for their words and for their disrespect towards drivers,” Leclerc stated passionately. He emphasized that drivers like Antonelli dedicate their lives to the sport, striving to reach their dreams and giving their all on the track.

The Ferrari ace lamented the culture of abuse, saying, “We’ve been racing since we were kids, dreaming of being in that position, and today we’re doing absolutely everything to be at the limit. Sometimes mistakes happen. In that particular case, the hate was for absolutely nothing.” He poignantly recounted his own journey, revealing how newly minted drivers often grapple with the pressures of public scrutiny and social media. “I remember my first or second year in F1, you sometimes look on social media at what’s being said around you, or at least that was the case for me, and that makes it even more difficult.”

With a plea for change, Leclerc concluded, “I think with experience, you kind of get used to it, but we shouldn’t really have to get used to this kind of behavior, and I hope that one day it will be tackled properly.” As the motorsport community grapples with this urgent issue, Leclerc’s fervent call for action sheds light on a grim reality that must be addressed to protect the integrity of the sport and the mental well-being of its athletes.

It’s time for the F1 community to unite against the tide of online abuse and foster a culture of respect and support for all competitors, ensuring that the thrill of racing is not overshadowed by the cruelty of cyberbullying.

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