‘If the team asks, I will do it’: Antonelli ready to give title rival Russell a ‘tow’ at Italian GP
MONZA, Sept 4 — World championship leader Kimi Antonelli will give his Mercedes team-mate and title rival George R...
Monza, September 4 — Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has pledged to assist his Mercedes teammate George Russell if asked during qualifying for the upcoming Italian Grand Prix, according to sources. The 20-year-old Italian, who currently leads by 59 points over Russell and Lewis Hamilton, will start the race from the back of the grid after receiving penalties for using a new power unit.
Despite the starting position, Antonelli expressed excitement about competing at his home race in front of a large crowd of tifosi, divided between Ferrari and his own support. He stated that he would be more relaxed this weekend due to the penalty, and that the high-speed Monza track could provide an opportunity to climb through the field, especially with McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull also being strong contenders.
Antonelli confirmed that slipstreaming to help Russell was discussed with the team, and he would comply if required.
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