F1 champion Antonelli’s love for Bologna FC: from wannabe striker to Coppa Italia celebrations
Bologna have invited Kimi Antonelli to celebrate his Formula 1 world title with them, and the Mercedes driver’s love for the Rossoblù goes back to his childhood.The 20-year-old from Bologna became ...
Formula 1 world champion Kimi Antonelli has a deep connection to his hometown club, Bologna FC. The 20-year-old Mercedes driver, who became the youngest Italian champion in F1 history in Mexico last month, was invited by Bologna to join them in their celebrations. Antonelli's love for the Rosso Blu dates back to his childhood, when his father took him to watch Bologna matches.
At the age of two, Antonelli became a Barcelona fan due to his idol, Lionel Messi's popularity, but later developed a strong bond with Bologna FC. Despite not being able to attend the Coppa Italia victory in May 2025, Antonelli was present in the streets of Bologna celebrating when a delegation from Bologna visited him in the Imola paddock.
The club honored him with a signed shirt, and he reciprocated by presenting them with a Mercedes jersey.
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