Kimi Antonelli qualifies P3 after admitting struggles in Barcelona
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:08 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Kimi Antonelli qualified third at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, marking his first start outside the front row this season. The Mercedes driver acknowledged he was 'overdriving the car' and struggled with pace during the session. He also noted missing FP1 and traffic impacting his performance in FP3. Despite the challenges, Antonelli remains optimistic about his race strategies for Sunday, emphasizing the need for a strong start and effective tire management due to hot conditions.
- •Antonelli qualifies third, his first non-front-row start this season.
- •George Russell takes pole position, followed by Lewis Hamilton in P2.
- •Antonelli missed FP1 and faced traffic issues in FP3.
- •He aims for a strong start and effective tire management during the race.
"Kimi Antonelli has shared his reflections after Qualifying at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with the Mercedes driver having to settle for P3.
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