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F1 fans speculate masked figure in Barcelona is Kimi Antonelli

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:07 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

F1 fans speculate masked figure in Barcelona is Kimi Antonelli

Summary

During the first practice session for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, a masked figure in the grandstands has led Formula 1 fans to believe it is Kimi Antonelli. The championship leader did not participate in FP1 as he was replaced by Mercedes reserve driver Frederik Vesti according to team requirements. The incident has sparked discussions among fans on social media, while the session continues. Further updates may emerge as the event progresses and other sessions unfold.

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Key Details

•Masked figure spotted during FP1 at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
•Kimi Antonelli was replaced by Frederik Vesti in the session.
•The figure's identity has not been confirmed.
•Fans actively discussing the sighting on social media.

Latest Updates

4:07 PMMotorsport.com — F1 Fans convinced masked 'Spider-Man' figure in Barcelona was Kimi Antonelli

What they're saying

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Formula 1 fans are convinced that a masked figure spotted in the grandstands during the first practice session ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix was an undercover Kimi Antonelli. The championship leader was replaced by Mercedes reserve driver Frederik Vesti in FP1 as part of the rookie driver requirements for each team. As the cameras panned to someone in the crowd wearing a ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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