Kimi Antonelli discusses Mercedes' new rules ahead of Austrian Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 6:12 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
MotorsportsKimi Antonelli reflects on the challenges of claiming this year's Formula 1 title as he heads into the Austrian Grand Prix. The Italian leads the Drivers' standings by 41 points despite a recent retirement in Barcelona. Mercedes has introduced new intra-team orders, allowing Antonelli and teammate George Russell to race freely unless threatened by competitors. Toto Wolff indicated strategies may adapt based on the team's title contention. The Austrian Grand Prix is set for this weekend, with Antonelli acknowledging the increased competition from rivals including Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari's updated power units.
- •Antonelli leads the Drivers' standings with five wins this season.
- •He retired from P2 with three laps remaining in Barcelona.
- •Mercedes introduces new racing strategies ahead of Austria.
- •Ferrari is bringing a power unit upgrade to the race.
"Kimi Antonelli admits that claiming this year's Formula 1 title is "not going to be a walk in the park" and has explained Mercedes' new intra-team orders ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix.
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