Collision scrutinized: Antonelli examines the contentious incident involving Leclerc at the disappointing Zandvoort Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli, a driver for the Mercedes team, has admitted responsibility for the incident at the Dutch Grand Prix that ended Charles Leclerc's race. The incident occurred during the race, but no specific details about the decision-making timeline of Antonelli, Hadjar, or Verstappen have been provided.
Antonelli explained that he attempted the move on Leclerc because he was close to him and it was probably the best chance to overtake. He expressed regret for the move that ended Leclerc's race at the Dutch Grand Prix.
In an interview, Antonelli stated that he regrets the incident and apologised to Charles Leclerc. He admitted that he may have exceeded the speed limit during the incident, but is unsure when exactly it happened.
Antonelli's pace was good during the race, and he had a significant lead over the driver behind him. He believes that the late Safety Car was unfortunate as he could have finished in the top 6 or 7. However, he plans to think twice before attempting similar maneuvers in the future, unless he is 100% sure he can pull it off.
Mercedes has been clear from the start about their expectations regarding Antonelli's actions during the Dutch Grand Prix. Antonelli acknowledged that spending laps in the dirt can hurt tire and pace. He admitted that Leclerc had a cooler tire and was trying to pull away, but it was too much when Antonelli made the move.
In the future, Antonelli plans to be more cautious and avoid taking such risks. He hopes to learn from this incident and improve his driving skills to avoid such mistakes in the future.
The Dutch Grand Prix incident has left a lasting impact on both Antonelli and Leclerc. Antonelli hopes to make amends and regain the trust of his fellow drivers and fans. Only time will tell if he can redeem himself on the track.
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