18-year-old star kimi Antonelli takes sprint pole, poised to succeed Lewis at…Read more
18-year-old star kimi Antonelli takes sprint pole, poised to succeed Lewis at…Read more
Rising star Kimi Antonelli delivered a statement performance in Miami by securing a remarkable pole position for the Sprint race, showcasing exactly why he’s being hailed as Formula 1’s next big thing.
At just 18 years old, the Italian driver stunned the paddock with a near-flawless qualifying lap that placed him ahead of several seasoned competitors. Driving for Prema Racing in Formula 2, Antonelli’s precision and confidence on the tricky Miami street circuit drew praise from fans and experts alike.
Antonelli, a long-time Mercedes junior, continues to prove he’s worthy of the hype surrounding his rapid rise through the motorsport ranks. Having skipped Formula 3 entirely, the bold decision to place him directly into F2 in 2024 has already begun to pay off — with the Miami performance serving as his most impressive showing yet.
“It was a tricky session, but I felt really connected with the car,” Antonelli said after clinching pole. “We’ve worked hard as a team to understand the setup for this circuit, and I’m really happy to deliver this result.”
The pole position puts Antonelli in prime position to score crucial points in the Sprint, further solidifying his championship challenge. His commanding pace is also likely to reignite speculation about a potential 2025 Formula 1 debut with Mercedes, especially as Lewis Hamilton prepares to depart for Ferrari.
Team Principal Toto Wolff has previously called Antonelli “a generational talent,” and performances like this only add weight to those words.
As the Sprint looms, all eyes will be on the teenager who is quickly turning promise into results — and proving he’s not just the future of Formula 1, but very much a part of its present.
