Kimi Antonelli

2024 - 8 - 31

Kimi Antonelli Takes the Wheel: Hamilton's Hot Seat is Now in Teen Hands!

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The racing world has turned a new page as 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli steps into Lewis Hamilton's shoes at Mercedes! 🏎️💨

The Formula 1 world is abuzz with excitement as 18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli has been confirmed as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Mercedes-AMG for the 2025 season. Fresh off his recent birthday, Antonelli is not just your average teenager – he’s been a part of the Mercedes Driver Academy since 2019 and has shown immense promise in various lower racing categories, including Formula 2. Racing fans are eager to see how the young Italian will perform alongside George Russell, who will be playing mentor alongside his new teammate as they embark on what promises to be an electric season ahead.

Fans were given a sneak peek of Antonelli's potential when he took to George Russell's cockpit during the opening practice session at the Italian Grand Prix. A bold move from Mercedes, this promotion signifies a major step in Antonelli's career, and team principal Toto Wolff's confidence in the rookie is as clear as the unmistakable Mercedes silver that graces their sleek race cars. The news that Antonelli would be stepping into a role once filled by a seven-time world champion certainly adds an element of thrill as he gears up to take on the giants of motorsport.

Interestingly, Antonelli’s journey to the pinnacle of racing didn't come overnight. Previously, many thought Carlos Sainz, who secured a seat at Williams, would snap up the opportunity. However, Mercedes’ decision to back Antonelli has sent a clear message across the paddock: talent doesn’t have an age restriction! Young drivers are proving their worth and bringing a refreshing energy to the track, paving the way for a new generation of F1 stars who will undoubtedly influence the sport for years to come.

As the racing community holds its collective breath, all eyes will be on young Kimi next season. Will he rise to the occasion? Will he be able to fill those gigantic shoes left by Hamilton, all while competing against seasoned veterans like Verstappen and Leclerc? With such high expectations and his potential capabilities, fans might just be witnessing the birth of the next F1 sensation.

Did you know? Kimi Antonelli is not only a talented racer but also has a knack for social media, boasting a rapidly growing following where fans eagerly anticipate his updates and experiences on his journey to the top. Additionally, Hamilton himself was only 22 years old when he made his F1 debut – it seems that the future is bright for these young speedsters in the high-octane world of motorsport!

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Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Mercedes (Border Counties Advertizer)

Antonelli, who turned 18 last Sunday, was thrust into George Russell's cockpit for the opening practice session for Sunday's Italian Grand Prix.

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Kimi Antonelli Joins George Russell As Mercedes-AMG F1 Driver for ... (Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team)

Today, the team is announcing its 2025 driver line-up, with 18-year-old Italian Kimi joining multiple Grand Prix-winner George behind the wheel for next season.

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BREAKING: Mercedes confirm Lewis Hamilton replacement as ... (PlanetF1)

Mercedes have confirmed Lewis Hamilton's replacement for F1 2025, with Andrea Kimi Antonelli promoted as George Russell's new team-mate.

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli confirmed as Lewis Hamilton's replacement ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Mercedes have signed rookie Kimi Antonelli as George Russell's team mate for 2025, with the Italian stepping up from F2 to replace Lewis Hamilton.

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Kimi Antonelli replaces Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes F1 in 2025 (The Independent)

And Wolff, instead of signing Williams-bound Carlos Sainz and with Max Verstappen staying at Red Bull, has opted to hand Italian youngster Antonelli the chance ...

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Mercedes F1 Team confirm the signing of Andrea Kimi Antonelli for ... (Formula 2)

The 18-year-old has been a member of Mercedes' Driver Academy since 2019 and tested for the Silver Arrows earlier this year, the first time coming at theRed ...

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli to replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Antonelli, 18, a product of the Mercedes junior academy, has been handpicked by team boss Toto Wolff to step into the seat left vacant when seven-time world ...

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Who is Kimi Antonelli - the teenage star succeeding Hamilton? (RacingNews365)

18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli will make his full-time F1 debut next year as he steps into a seat at Mercedes, replacing seven-time world champion Lewis ...

Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Mercedes (Helensburgh Advertiser)

Antonelli, who turned 18 last Sunday, was thrust into George Russell's cockpit for the opening practice session for Sunday's Italian Grand Prix.

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Teenager Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement ... (wnky.com)

MONZA, Italy (AP) — Teenager Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes in Formula 1.

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Mercedes finally confirms Antonelli for 2025 F1 seat, replacing ... (autosport.com)

Mercedes has finally confirmed that Andrea Kimi Antonelli will be Lewis Hamilton's replacement in Formula 1 next year. The young Italian had been widely ...

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Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Formula ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Teenager Kimi Antonelli has been named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes, a day after his Formula One debut ended in the 18-year-old ...

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Mercedes finally confirms Andrea Kimi Antonelli will race in F1 next ... (formulascout.com)

Andrea Kimi Antonelli will race for the Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team next year, it was confirmed on Thursday.

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Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Formula ... (The Pioneer)

MONZA, Italy (AP) — Teenager Kimi Antonelli has been named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes, a day after his Formula One debut ended in ...

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Kimi Antonelli says replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes 'not ... (Largs and Millport Weekly News)

Team principal Toto Wolff claimed he made the decision for Antonelli to partner George Russell five minutes after Hamilton told him he was leaving.

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Peter 'Bono' Bonnington to be Kimi Antonelli's race engineer in ... (PlanetF1)

Mercedes have confirmed to PlanetF1.com that Peter 'Bono' Bonnington will be Kimi Antonelli's race engineer for the 2025 season.

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Kimi Antonelli says replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes 'not ... (Helensburgh Advertiser)

Team principal Toto Wolff claimed he made the decision for Antonelli to partner George Russell five minutes after Hamilton told him he was leaving.

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli: Mercedes confirm Italian teenager as Lewis ... (Sky Sports)

Andrea Kimi Antonelli will become the third youngest F1 driver of all-time as he replaces Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes; the 18-year-old Italian crashed in ...

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Kimi Antonelli says replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes 'not ... (Andover Advertiser)

Team principal Toto Wolff claimed he made the decision for Antonelli to partner George Russell five minutes after Hamilton told him he was leaving.

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli To Race for Mercedes In 2025 (Frontstretch.com)

Antonelli, who goes by Kimi, is an 18-year-old from Italy that is completing his first year in Formula 2. The son of a former GT racer, Antonelli's four ...

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Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Formula ... (Porterville Recorder)

MONZA, Italy (AP) — Teenager Kimi Antonelli has been named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes, a day after his Formula One debut ended in ...

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli: Mercedes confirm Italian teenager as Lewis ... (Sky Sports)

Andrea Kimi Antonelli will become the third youngest F1 driver of all-time as he replaces Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes; the 18-year-old Italian crashed in ...

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Kimi Antonelli named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement at Formula ... (Pique Newsmagazine)

MONZA, Italy (AP) — Teenager Kimi Antonelli has been named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes, a day after his Formula One debut ended in ...

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Why Andrea Kimi Antonelli is replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton will be replaced at Mercedes by fresh-faced teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Here's why.

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Mercedes release Andrea Kimi Antonelli FP1 data as Toto Wolff ... (PlanetF1)

Toto Wolff has released Andrea Kimi Antonelli's FP1 data at Monza, confirming the potential of Lewis Hamilton's F1 2025 Mercedes replacement.

Hamilton's Heir: Kimi Antonelli Confirmed For Mercedes In 2025 (Forbes)

Mercedes has cast their gaze forward, entrusting the future to Kimi Antonelli—a young star whose brilliance has had the whole paddock bubbling with ...

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli: Italian teenager replaces Lewis Hamilton at ... (BBC Sport)

'Great things' expected as Mercedes announce Italian teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli as Lewis Hamilton's replacement.

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