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Why Toto Wolff already knew Kimi Antonelli "would walk on water" at F1 Italian GP

Just like six years ago – when Pierre Gasly took victory for AlphaTauri – 6 September has proved to be a special date at the Autodromo Nazionale in Monza. In 2026, home hero Kimi Antonelli sent the Italian crowd into raptures, after there had been tears among the tifosi earlier on Sunday afternoon following Charles Leclerc’s heavy crash in the Parabolica. Antonelli, however, went on to ... Keep…

Why Toto Wolff already knew Kimi Antonelli "would walk on water" at F1 Italian GP

Kimi Antonelli continued his remarkable season by securing a thrilling victory at the Italian Grand Prix at his home circuit, a race marked by his extraordinary comeback from the back of the field. Despite turning 19 less than two weeks prior, Antonelli still displayed the spirited determination of a young driver, as he entered the race from 19th position due to an engine penalty.

His relentless pursuit of victory became evident as he seized the lead by Lap 18, only to relinquish it temporarily following a pit stop. However, Antonelli's tactical prowess shone through once more when he overtook his teammate George Russell late in the race, clinching a hard-fought win. This triumph marked his seventh victory of the season, further solidifying his dominance in the Formula 1 championship standings.

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