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Toto Wolff’s Brutal ‘Underwhelming’ Verdict Shocks Kimi Antonelli as Pressure Mounts for F1 Rookie

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
September 18, 2025
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Toto Wolff’s Brutal ‘Underwhelming’ Verdict Shocks Kimi Antonelli as Pressure Mounts for F1 Rookie

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 24, 2025 Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff ahead of practice REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw

Toto Wolff’s Scathing Critique: Kimi Antonelli’s Monza Performance Falls Flat

In a jaw-dropping revelation, Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has taken a shocking swipe at rookie driver Kimi Antonelli, labeling his performance at Monza as “underwhelming.” This brutal assessment marks a departure from Wolff’s previously supportive stance on the young Italian driver, who has faced a turbulent ride in his inaugural Formula 1 season.

Antonelli, who initially dazzled fans with a promising start to his F1 journey, has struggled to maintain his momentum, with errors marring his recent outings. Having achieved point finishes in only three of his last ten races, the pressure is mounting for the teenager. Wolff pulled no punches after the Italian Grand Prix, where Antonelli finished in a disappointing ninth place. “Underwhelming this weekend, underwhelming,” he expressed candidly to reporters. “He can’t put the car in the gravel bed during FP2 and then expect to deliver a strong performance. The entire race was underwhelming.”

Despite the harsh critique, Wolff reassured fans of his unwavering belief in Antonelli’s potential. “Doesn’t change anything on my support and confidence in his future, because I believe he’s going to be very, very, very good. But, today was underwhelming,” he reiterated, setting the stage for a crucial turning point in Antonelli’s career.

In light of Wolff’s blunt comments, Antonelli responded with a mix of humility and determination. “I think I pretty understand his comment,” he stated, acknowledging the validity of Wolff’s assessment. “Me and Toto, we’re always very open to each other, and we talk to each other quite openly.”

The 18-year-old reflected on his struggles during the race, particularly during the hard tyre stint. “I did a mistake on the start. I was struggling to find my rhythm and made a lot of driving mistakes,” he admitted. Recognizing the need for improvement, Antonelli expressed his commitment to a more consistent performance. “I took it positively, as fuel to do even better for this race weekend.”

As he gears up for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Antonelli is keen on resetting his trajectory. He emphasized the need for a “clean weekend” to regain the momentum he enjoyed during the earlier stages of the season. “The European season has been quite tough, and now I’m really looking forward to starting the last part of the season outside of Europe,” he said, hopeful for a fresh start.

With the stakes higher than ever, the question looms large: Can Kimi Antonelli rise to the occasion and silence his critics in the upcoming races? As he embarks on this critical phase of his career, all eyes will be on the rookie driver to see if he can transform Wolff’s harsh words into a catalyst for success. The countdown to Azerbaijan has begun, and the motorsport world will be watching intently.

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