Kimi Antonelli Admits to Driving ‘Tense’ and ‘Tired’ Ahead of F1 Title Decider

Kimi Antonelli faced a challenging qualifying session at the Mexico City Grand Prix, acknowledging that tension and tiredness impacted his driving. Despite setting a competitive time in FP3, just 0.001 seconds off Lando Norris’ best, Antonelli fell behind his Mercedes teammate George Russell in qualifying.

The Italian driver attributed his off-colour qualifying performance to the pressure of competing for the Formula 1 title, admitting that the nerves caused unwanted tension behind the wheel. Antonelli is now focusing on recovering with a good night's rest to regain composure for the race.

As the championship battle intensifies, Antonelli’s candid admission highlights the psychological demands placed on drivers at the highest level. His ability to manage stress and fatigue will be crucial as he aims to secure the title in the upcoming race.