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Steiner predicts Antonelli will drive for Ferrari as Hamilton, Leclerc issues linger

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 8:30 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Steiner predicts Antonelli will drive for Ferrari as Hamilton, Leclerc issues linger

Summary

Guenther Steiner believes Kimi Antonelli will eventually drive for Ferrari, though he does not expect this to happen soon. Antonelli, currently under contract with Mercedes until 2027, is seen by many, including Bernie Ecclestone and Rubens Barrichello, as a natural fit for the Scuderia. Meanwhile, Ferrari is dealing with the aftermath of a clash between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc during the last race. Leclerc stated that internal issues have been addressed, but concerns remain over the team's driver dynamics. Both Hamilton and Leclerc have contracts running beyond the current season, complicating any potential changes.

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By the Numbers

•Guenther Steiner confident Antonelli will drive for Ferrari eventually.
•Antonelli is contracted with Mercedes until at least 2027.
•Hamilton and Leclerc recently clashed during a race in Mexico.
•Leclerc claims team issues have been resolved after a meeting with Vasseur.
•Ferrari seeks to break a two-decade championship drought.

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8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Steiner tells Ferrari they will get Antonelli as Hamilton and Leclerc questions hang over Maranello

What they're saying

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Guenther Steiner is convinced Kimi Antonelli will drive for Ferrari one day. The former Haas team principal said that the new world champion could make the move "tomorrow if he wants", though he does not expect it any time soon.
— Yahoo Sports

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