Eddie Jordan claims Kimi Antonelli has not ‘earned the right’ to drive for Mercedes despite 2025 signing 

Kimi Antonelli will become the youngest-ever driver to race for Mercedes next year.

Eddie Jordan claims Kimi Antonelli has not ‘earned the right’ to drive for Mercedes despite 2025 signing 

Eddie Jordan and Kimi Antonelli (Via: Imago)

Former Jordan F1 team owner Eddie Jordan has shared his thoughts on Mercedes’ 2025 signing Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The Italian is set to make his full-fledged debut at the pinnacle of motorsport for the Silver Arrows in 2025.

Kimi Antonelli is one of the youngest talents to make their way into Formula 1. The Italian youngster has showcased impressive runs and capabilities during his stints for the Prema F2 team, which played a part in compelling Mercedes to sign him.

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Eddie Jordan has, however, presented a critical view regarding Antonelli’s chance with the Brackley-based team. Jordan claims that the 18-year-old is yet to earn the right to race for one of the top teams in Formula 1.

At the moment, I don't see how Antonelli has earned the right, not yet, and it doesn't give me a factor of total belief.
Eddie Jordan via Formula for Success Podcast

Ahead of his first proper runs, Kimi Antonelli will have to practice hard in order to prove his worth to the grid. He will have to make his best efforts and train as hard as possible to kick off his 2025 stint with the Silver Arrows on a positive note.

F1 Marshal makes his way to Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton for an autograph at the Italian GP

Lewis Hamilton is one of the most popular personalities in and outside the world of Formula 1. Hamilton has amassed a whopping 105 wins and seven world titles, cementing his name as the very best racer of all time.

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Lewis Hamilton (Via: Imago, X/Mercedes, screenshot)

Lewis Hamilton‘s fame ignited a wholesome interaction between an on-track marshal and him during the drivers’ parade at Monza. The Marshal, who was a massive supporter of the Brit, rushed to collect an autograph of Hamilton during the parade.

The 39-year-old gladly obliged to sign the Marshall’s cap, which pretty much made the latter’s day. The 2025 Italian GP will be a grand sight for Hamilton, who is set to appear in Ferrari overalls at Monza next year.

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