Kimi Antonelli reflects on last year's challenging Belgian Grand Prix
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 5:11 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Kimi Antonelli discusses his performance during the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, where he faced significant difficulties. After spinning out in sprint qualifying, he started from the back of the grid and finished 17th, ahead of only two other competitors. Additionally, Antonelli was knocked out in Q1 during the main qualifying session, struggling with pace throughout the weekend. He now looks to improve upon last year's experience as he gears up for the next race. Teams remain focused on their preparations and strategies for upcoming events.
- •Kimi Antonelli recalls his 2025 Belgian Grand Prix difficulties.
- •He spun out in sprint qualifying and started from the back.
- •Antonelli finished 17th in the sprint race.
- •He was knocked out in Q1 during main qualifying.
- •Drivers are preparing for the next race weekend.
- 5:11 AMMotorsport.com — Who slept best last night: Kimi Antonelli
- 5:11 AMYahoo Sports — Who slept best last night: Kimi Antonelli
"Remember Kimi Antonelli's Belgian Grand Prix last year? Twelve months ago, he spun out in sprint qualifying, started last and finished 17th in the sprint, ahead of only Nico Hulkenberg's Sauber and the two Alpines (last year's Aston Martins). He then simply lacked pace in the main qualifying and was knocked out in Q1. In the usual routine of an F1 weekend, drivers head straight to the media ...Keep reading
"The Italian teenager is on course to become the youngest Formula 1 world champion
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 20, 2026, 5:11 AMWho slept best last night: Kimi Antonelli
Remember Kimi Antonelli's Belgian Grand Prix last year? Twelve months ago, he spun out in sprint qualifying, started last and finished 17th in the sprint, ahead of only Nico Hulkenberg's Sauber and the two Alpines (last year's Aston Martins). He then simply lacked pace in the main qualifying and was knocked out in Q1. In the usual routine of an F1 weekend, drivers head straight to the media ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 5:11 AMWho slept best last night: Kimi Antonelli
The Italian teenager is on course to become the youngest Formula 1 world champion
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