Kimi Antonelli struggles during Sprint Qualifying at Zandvoort
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Kimi Antonelli finished fifth in Friday's Sprint Qualifying session at Zandvoort after an early gravel incident. The Mercedes driver reflected on the missed opportunities that resulted from his trip through the gravel in the opening phase of the session. The performance puts him at a disadvantage heading into the main race. Antonelli's focus will be on improving his position and making the most of the upcoming race weekend.
- •Kimi Antonelli finishes fifth in Sprint Qualifying at Zandvoort
- •Incident through gravel impacted Antonelli's performance
- •Mercedes driver aims to recover in the main race
- •Sprint Qualifying results affect championship standings
"Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli was left to ponder what might have been after ending Friday’s Sprint Qualifying session at Zandvoort down in fifth position, via a trip through the gravel in the opening phase.
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