Kimi Antonelli reflects on pressure during 2025 F1 rookie season

Kimi Antonelli discussed the challenges he faced during his rookie season with Mercedes in 2025. In a recent podcast appearance, Antonelli admitted that the pressure he experienced affected his performance, particularly during the European leg of the season. He stated that he felt he let down those who supported him, especially team principal Toto Wolff. After a difficult stretch, a team meeting helped him reset, leading to improved results in the latter half of the season. Antonelli has since shown significant progress in 2026, having led the Drivers’ standings since Round 3 in Japan.