Kimi Antonelli dominates in Monaco as Mercedes adds new suspension technology
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Kimi Antonelli showcased his skills at the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix on June 19, contributing to Mercedes' successful performance this season. Mercedes technical director James Allison revealed that the team used a new suspension system, which allowed better grip on the challenging circuit. This improvement had been neglected in past seasons. Allison noted the track's unique requirements, which this year’s modifications addressed. Antonelli maintained a strong pace throughout, fending off challenges from rivals effectively.
- •Kimi Antonelli performed well at the Monaco Grand Prix on June 19.
- •Mercedes implemented a new suspension system for the race.
- •The modifications aimed to enhance grip on Monaco's undulating track.
- •Allison acknowledged past shortcomings with previous setups.
- •Antonelli successfully managed race pace amidst competition.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — The F1 “Weaponry” Behind Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes Monaco Win Revealed by James Allison
"Kimi Antonelli‘s dominance of the 2026 season rolled straight through Monte Carlo, but the story behind his Monaco victory came from a piece of hardware Mercedes had simply neglected to bring to the principality for the past several seasons. Mercedes…
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