Lewis Hamilton extended support to young driver Kimi Antonelli, who has been facing challenges in his debut Formula 1 season. Antonelli, despite a promising start to the year, has encountered difficulties during the European races, failing to score in any of the six weekends so far. The 18-year-old finished 18th in Monaco and 16th at the Belgian Grand Prix after struggling to find form.
Although Antonelli achieved his first podium at the Canadian Grand Prix, his performance dipped notably at Spa-Francorchamps. Expressing his struggles, Antonelli admitted to a lack of confidence in his driving since the European season began, leading to setbacks and a decline in performance.
In a contrasting scenario, Hamilton, who also started from the pit lane, showcased a strong performance in his Ferrari, finishing seventh at the Belgian Grand Prix. Despite his success, Hamilton prioritized offering consolation to Antonelli, recognizing the challenges faced by the young driver in the competitive field of Formula 1.
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Reflecting on Antonelli’s struggles, Hamilton empathized with the young driver, acknowledging the pressure of performing at 18 in the demanding sport. Despite the challenges, Hamilton commended Antonelli for his efforts and highlighted the importance of having a supportive team, including Hamilton’s former Mercedes race engineer, Peter Bonnington, known as Bono.
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