“About my staff mate, he’s a very good driver, actually sturdy. He additionally missed a spherical in Jeddah [to race for Ferrari], so positively I believe the hole could be a bit nearer. I believe the principle factor that’s actually essential is we’re working nicely collectively and we’re making an attempt to assist the staff to enhance.”
If he arrives on the F1 grid, Antonelli would be part of an inventory of virtually 100 Italian drivers who’ve competed in a World Championship Grand Prix – in addition to changing into the primary to symbolize his nation since Antonio Giovinazzi in 2021.
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Requested about that prospect, he added: “After all, it will be good to be the following Italian in F1. I’ve to say, the joy is kind of excessive round [it], particularly in Italy as a result of they actually hope [it can happen]. However yeah, nonetheless a good distance [to go].
“I repeat, the main focus is F2, making an attempt to get some extra good outcomes and attempt to end the season in the easiest way potential. The thrill round is actually excessive, clearly with all of the speaking, however we’ll see what’s going to occur subsequent yr.”
