Wolff says Antonelli still no Senna, but 'Senninha' can grow
SAO PAULO: Mercedes boss Toto Wolff may still be reluctant to compare Kimi Antonelli to Ayrton Senna but, after a week immersed in the late Brazilian driver’s legacy and family, he suggested there may be room for a “Senninha” after all.
Mercedes chief Toto Wolff may not view Kimi Antonelli as the next Ayrton Senna, but the young Italian's visit to the Brazilian driver's legacy has prompted an unexpected comparison. After spending time with Senna's family, sitting in the cockpit of his 1986 Lotus, and visiting his grave, Wolff admitted there could be potential for a "Senninha" to emerge.
While remaining cautious, he acknowledged the Senna family jokingly referred to Antonelli as a potential "Little Senna." This light-hearted remark was well-received in Brazil, where "Senninha" is the nickname of a beloved comic book character inspired by Senna's life. Antonelli, who became Formula One's youngest champion after his victory in Mexico, expressed disappointment in his recent crash at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix but remains focused on the team's constructors' championship win.
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