Kimi Antonelli makes adjustments to improve race starts in Montreal
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:21 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
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Kimi Antonelli, the current championship leader, utilized a new clutch paddle during the race in Montreal to enhance his starts. This change came after several early-season races where Mercedes cars struggled at the start despite qualifying well. In the Montreal Sprint, Antonelli successfully maintained his 1-2 position with teammate George Russell into the first corner, indicating improvement. The team's modifications aim to reduce their deficit in startline acceleration against competitors like Ferrari and McLaren.
- •Kimi Antonelli used a new clutch paddle in Montreal.
- •Mercedes struggled with race starts earlier this season.
- •Antonelli and Russell retained 1-2 positions at the start in Montreal.
- •The adjustments aim to enhance startline acceleration.
- •Antonelli leads the championship standings.
"Championship leader Kimi Antonelli had a new clutch paddle in Montreal to help with his race starts.
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