Hamilton gives Antonelli tips to avoid repeat of Monza crash....

Hamilton gives Antonelli tips to avoid repeat of Monza crash….read more

At the Monza circuit, Lewis Hamilton has stepped in to provide guidance to fellow driver Antonio Antonelli, aiming to prevent a repeat of the crash that occurred during the recent free practice session. George Russell was unable to participate at the start of the second practice session due to ongoing repairs on his car, which had been damaged in the incident caused by Antonelli. The young Italian driver, eager to impress his local fans, initially showcased strong performance with several competitive laps. However, his efforts were cut short when he lost control of his car, spinning off the track and colliding with the wall.

Despite the setback, Antonelli is set to return to the track this weekend for another mandatory rookie practice session with the Mercedes team. In a noteworthy twist, he will be behind the wheel of Hamilton’s car, gaining valuable experience as he prepares for a future with the team. With Hamilton’s impending move to Ferrari for the next season, this marks a critical time for Antonelli, who will be joining Mercedes on a full-time basis alongside George Russell.

Hamilton, who has only five Grand Prix weekends remaining with Mercedes, will take part in the second free practice session (FP2) this weekend. He is scheduled to conduct a Pirelli tyre test during this session and will have an additional 30 minutes allocated at the end to compensate for the time lost in FP1 due to Russell’s car repairs. This arrangement allows Hamilton to not only test the tyres but also to gather vital data and insights for the team, particularly as they prepare for future races.