Wolff says Antonelli is not like Senna.
Toto Wolff praised Kimi Antonelli, a young Formula 1 driver. Antonelli won two recent races in China and Japan. Wolff worried about comparisons to other famous drivers.
Toto Wolff, the Mercedes team principal, spoke about Kimi Antonelli. He said Antonelli was making mistakes. Wolff was concerned that people were comparing Antonelli to Ayrton Senna. This caused a disagreement with the Italian team. They disagreed about Antonelli’s performance and future.
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Highlights
Wolff Admits Antonelli's Success
Toto Wolff praised Kimi Antonelli for winning the last two races in China and Japan.
Disagreement on Antonelli's Future
Toto Wolff believes Italy is making mistakes with Kimi Antonelli’s approach.
Senna Comparisons Unwelcome
Toto Wolff expressed discomfort with comparing Antonelli to Ayrton Senna.
Team-Italy Disagreement Exists
There is a disagreement between the Mercedes team and the Italian team.
Lower Expectations Suggested
Toto Wolff suggested Italy should lower its expectations for Antonelli.
Perspectives
- Toto Wolff admires Kimi Antonelli's success.
- Antonelli has won recent races in China and Japan.
- Wolff is concerned about comparisons to Ayrton Senna.
- There is a disagreement between the team and the Italian team.
Wolff finds comparisons to Senna unfavorable.
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The Italian team may be making comparisons to Senna.