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Kimi Antonelli’s Catastrophic Collision with Verstappen Unveils Shocking Brake Malfunction

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
June 29, 2025
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Kimi Antonelli’s Catastrophic Collision with Verstappen Unveils Shocking Brake Malfunction

Formula One F1 - Austrian Grand Prix - Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria - June 29, 2025 Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli climbs out of the car after a crash with Red Bull's Max Verstappen during the race REUTERS/Gintare Karpaviciute TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

In a heart-stopping revelation, Kimi Antonelli has finally broken his silence on the fiery crash involving Max Verstappen at the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix, labeling the collision as “inevitable.” The young Mercedes prodigy, in his maiden Formula 1 season, detailed the chaotic moment that abruptly terminated both their races.

The intense showdown unfolded on the opening lap when Antonelli, grappling with brake issues, veered off track and collided with Verstappen’s Red Bull, sending shockwaves through the racing world. Antonelli, shouldering full responsibility for the collision, clarified that the mishap stemmed from brake complications rather than reckless driving.

Reflecting on the heart-stopping incident, Antonelli confessed, “The crash was inevitable. I locked the rear and then lost the car… I started to lock the front and instead of decelerating, I was accelerating.” The collision, occurring mere moments after the race commenced, swiftly eliminated two formidable contenders, prompting a whirlwind of speculation and scrutiny.

The aftermath of the crash left both Mercedes and Red Bull reeling, with Verstappen enduring an unfortunate early exit from a race he had hoped would bolster his championship aspirations. Antonelli, the record-breaking rookie who recently graced the F1 podium, expressed deep remorse for the team and Verstappen, acknowledging the Dutch driver’s passive role in the harrowing collision.

As the motorsport community grapples with the fallout of the high-octane clash, Antonelli’s rollercoaster rookie campaign faces renewed scrutiny. Fresh off a stellar performance at the Canadian Grand Prix, where he clinched his first F1 podium, the young driver now finds himself at a critical juncture as he navigates the repercussions of the Austrian Grand Prix debacle.

With eyes trained on the upcoming Silverstone showdown, Antonelli remains resolute in his determination to bounce back from the setback, vowing to replicate his triumphant Canadian feat. The collision at the Red Bull Ring stands as a stark reminder of the unforgiving nature of elite motorsport, underscoring the razor-thin line between glory and catastrophe in the adrenaline-fueled world of Formula 1.

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