Kimi Antonelli Confirmed as Hamilton's Replacement at Mercedes

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has officially announced that Andrea Kimi Antonelli will replace Lewis Hamilton in the 2025 season. At just 18 years old, Antonelli has quickly risen through the ranks, winning multiple championships in junior formulae before debuting in F2 this season. He will join George Russell, who expressed excitement at partnering with Antonelli, emphasizing the importance of guidance during the rookie's transition to F1. Team Principal Toto Wolff praised the new driver lineup as a blend of experience and youth, highlighting Antonelli's impressive talents demonstrated during testing. Hamilton, who has been with Mercedes for 11 years, is set to join Ferrari next year, marking a significant shift in the F1 landscape. Antonelli described his promotion as a 'dream' and looks forward to contributing to the team's success.