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Kimi Antonelli breaks silence on Lando Norris chaos: shocking F1 Qatar GP revelations exposed

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
December 1, 2025
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Kimi Antonelli breaks silence on Lando Norris chaos: shocking F1 Qatar GP revelations exposed
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Kimi Antonelli Speaks Out After Controversial Qatar GP Incident: “It Was a Mistake, Not a Deliberate Move!”

In a dramatic twist of events at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix, Andrea Kimi Antonelli has finally set the record straight regarding his controversial clash with Lando Norris. The Mercedes rookie, who found himself in hot water after losing fourth place, insists that his error was nothing more than a genuine mistake, dismissing allegations of foul play as unfounded.

Following the race, Antonelli was bombarded with a torrent of online abuse, especially after Red Bull Racing insinuated that he had deliberately let Norris pass, a move that allowed the McLaren driver to gain crucial points in the championship battle. The firestorm was ignited when Max Verstappen’s race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, suggested that Antonelli had “let Norris through,” a statement that echoed throughout social media, leading to a frenzy of backlash against the young driver.

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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko fanned the flames further, claiming Antonelli’s actions were intentional and urging the team to issue a formal statement. In stark contrast to these claims, Antonelli, visibly shaken and even blacking out his Instagram profile amid death threats, clarified that his mistake stemmed from carrying too much speed into Turn 9. “I went in a bit quicker than the lap before,” he explained, providing insight into the high-stakes environment of F1 racing.

The young Italian driver emphasized that the unpredictable nature of the track, combined with tire overheating and reduced downforce, contributed to his mishap. “I just lost the rear all of a sudden. I didn’t expect it,” Antonelli admitted, highlighting the intense pressure drivers face at such high speeds. “I felt comfortable because he [Norris] came with so much more pace…but I just made a mistake.”

Despite the connections between McLaren and Mercedes, Antonelli was adamant that he had no reason to allow Norris to pass, especially as he was pursuing a podium finish. “We were gaining quite a lot on Carlos [Sainz], and we were quite a bit stronger in the last sector,” he stated. “Definitely, with two laps to go, we would have had the DRS and probably a shot at the last lap. But that didn’t happen because I went off track.”

The incident has left Antonelli reeling, as he reflects on what could have been. He was well-positioned to capitalize on McLaren’s strategic missteps, but a chaotic pit lane and a tough battle on track saw him slip behind Sainz’s Williams. “The pit stop was crucial; I had to wait to avoid unsafe releases, which cost me dearly,” he lamented.

In the closing stages of the race, Antonelli was pushing hard on the Hard tires, aiming to regain lost ground when disaster struck. “I had a massive moment in Turn 9 and almost crashed. It was very annoying to lose the place to Lando,” he expressed candidly.

Despite racing at the Lusail International Circuit in Formula 2 the previous season, Antonelli admitted to grappling with the physical demands of the high-speed track. “It’s one of the most demanding tracks; the last sector is a killer,” he noted, revealing the intense strain drivers endure as they navigate the circuit. “At the end of the day, I felt pretty okay physically,” he added, signifying his resolve and commitment to improving.

As the fallout from the Qatar GP continues, Antonelli’s clarifications serve as a reminder of the high-pressure world of Formula 1, where every move is scrutinized, and the stakes are higher than ever. With the championship race heating up, fans and critics alike will be watching closely as Antonelli seeks to rebound from this tumultuous episode. Will he rise from the ashes of controversy, or will the weight of public opinion overshadow his racing career? Only time will tell.

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