F1 italian rookie Antonelli passes driving test
Kimi Antonelli Passes Driving Test Ahead of F1 Debut
F1 Italian rookie, Kimi Antonelli has officially passed his driving test.
A Milestone for the Young Mercedes Driver
In a significant milestone for the young driver, Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes has officially passed his driving test.
The 18-year-old Italian rookie, who is stepping into the massive shoes of seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes this season, can now legally drive on public roads.
Mercedes Celebrates Antonelli’s Achievement
"Mission completed," Mercedes announced on its Instagram account. The post featured a photo of Antonelli giving a thumbs up from a driving school car, with checkmarks indicating his new super licence and driving licence.
Antonelli turned 18, the minimum legal age to drive in Italy, last August. Despite his youthful age, he already has considerable experience behind the wheel of F1 machinery through extensive testing sessions.
Antonelli Joins the Mercedes F1 Lineup
Hamilton, the most celebrated driver in the sport with 105 grand prix wins and 104 pole positions, has transferred to Ferrari, paving the way for Antonelli to join George Russell in the Mercedes lineup.
Looking Ahead to the 2025 Formula One Season
The 2025 Formula One season kicks off in Australia on March 16, with Antonelli being one of several rookies making the leap from Formula 2. Mercedes is set to unveil its new car on February 24, just days before the start of pre-season testing in Bahrain.
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