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Toto Wolff expects Kimi Antonelli to learn from Austrian GP mistakes

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:09 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Toto Wolff expects Kimi Antonelli to learn from Austrian GP mistakes

Summary

Toto Wolff, principal of the Mercedes Formula 1 team, expressed confidence that Kimi Antonelli will not repeat the mistakes made during the Austrian Grand Prix. Antonelli, who struggled during the race, saw his championship lead reduced to 40 points following George Russell's victory at the Red Bull Ring. Russell started from pole and managed to fend off a challenge from Max Verstappen to secure the win. Wolff's comments suggest a focus on improvement for Antonelli as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Kimi Antonelli faced challenges in the Austrian GP that affected his race.
•George Russell won the race, starting from pole position.
•Max Verstappen finished as a close competitor to Russell.
•Antonelli's championship lead is now 40 points.
•Toto Wolff believes Antonelli will improve moving forward.

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2:09 PMMotorsport.com — Toto Wolff: Kimi Antonelli’s mistakes in Austrian GP will never happen again

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Mercedes Formula 1 team principal Toto Wolff says Kimi Antonelli will never make the same mistakes again, which lost him a better shot at Austrian Grand Prix victory. The Italian saw his world championship lead trimmed to 40 points following George Russell’s win at the Red Bull Ring, as he controlled proceedings from pole position, holding off a late attack from Max Verstappen as Antonelli ...Keep reading
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