During a recent interview with Sky Sports, Kravitz provided insights into the ongoing discussions surrounding Hamilton’s successor at the Mercedes team. According to Sky Sports reporter Ted Kravitz, Mercedes is considering Kimi Antonelli as a potential replacement for Hamilton in the 2025 Formula 1 season. The team believes that Antonelli has the potential to rival the skills of Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen. Kravitz emphasized that there are numerous options for Mercedes, but the prospect of Antonelli joining the team is particularly attractive. However, caution is necessary as Antonelli’s true capabilities can only be determined after completing at least half of a full Formula 2 season. Toto Wolff, the team principal, emphasized the importance of treating Antonelli as a 17-year-old developing talent and not rushing his progress. Despite his limited experience, Antonelli’s potential has generated significant interest, with Mercedes potentially grooming him as their future star. The pressure on the young Italian driver is immense, and Mercedes may need to accelerate his development to prevent him from being signed by another team. Additionally, Kravitz mentioned that Fernando Alonso could be an alternative option for Mercedes. However, all eyes remain on Antonelli as he prepares for his Formula 2 race debut in Bahrain, where his performance will be closely monitored.
