A Mercedes will test with Andrea Kimi Antonelli again. According to the Corriere dello Sportthe car to be driven by the young man is the W13the team’s first car with ground effect in Formula 1. The test is scheduled to take place on Friday and Saturday, in Imola.
Although rumors suggest that Kimi Antonelli will be promoted for F1 in 2025 – filling the vacancy left by Lewis Hamilton, after the pilot has signed with the Ferrari for 2025 – Toto Wolff, head of Mercedes, prefers to consider the matter and be cautious. This test is part of the already established training program.
Wolff prefers to protect the 17-year-old driver and ensure he fully develops the maturity needed in the sport.
Kimi Antonelli currently races in Formula 2. The Italian did not pass Formula 3 before arriving in the current category, as most drivers do. This leap was supported by people who trust in the pilot’s potential. The young man is seen as a promising driver, especially by Mercedes, which supports him.
In Formula 2, Kimi Antonelli occupies ninth place in the drivers’ table, with 24 points. The Italian’s best result was fourth place in the Australian GP.
