Young driver faces historic chance

At 20 years old, Kimi Antonelli could become Formula 1 world champion as early as the Mexican Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver is in a strong position to win his first title this Sunday, which would make him the youngest champion in the sport's history.

Unusual pressure weighs on Antonelli

Kimi Antonelli has admitted to feeling unusual tension ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix. He acknowledges that the prospect of winning the world title is beginning to weigh on him, despite his strong position in the championship.

Grid position after penalties

Kimi Antonelli gained a position on the grid due to a penalty imposed on Max Verstappen after an incident with Liam Lawson during Friday's free practice. He will start behind Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and Charles Leclerc.

Antonelli's mixed emotions

While his position in the championship is favorable, Antonelli admits to feeling apprehensive. He described difficulty staying calm and acknowledged that he is more tense than usual ahead of the race.

Qualifying struggles

Antonelli's performance in qualifying sessions was affected by the pressure. He encountered difficulties finding the right sensations with his tires and was unable to complete a clean lap in Q3, resulting in a fifth-place finish.

Focus on the race ahead

Despite his struggles in qualifying, Antonelli remains focused on the opportunity ahead. He aims to avoid mistakes and maintain a normal preparation routine before the race, hoping to secure his historic title.