Antonelli: I dream of achieving my main goal — winning the title.

      Kimi Antonelli celebrated his 19th birthday yesterday: the young Mercedes driver made his championship debut this season and, although he has already been on the podium once, it can't be said that everything is going smoothly for him. But Kimi is determined to demonstrate professional maturity and achieve success, he said in a cheerful interview with the team's press office.

      Question: What's the best thing to do in Bologna, your hometown?

      Kimi Antonelli: Eat lots of pasta!

      Question: Your favorite Grand Prix?

      Kimi Antonelli: I'd say the Imola round, since it's my home race.

      Question: Who is your idol in motorsport?

      Kimi Antonelli: Ayrton Senna. I didn't have the chance to see him, but I've watched many videos and read quite a few books about him.

      Question: What motivates you?

      Kimi Antonelli: When you win races, you experience emotions that can't be compared to anything else. And I dream of achieving my main goal — to win the championship title.

      Question: Your favorite song?

      Kimi Antonelli: "Can't Hold Us" by American rapper Macklemore.

      Question: And your favorite movie?

      Kimi Antonelli: I've loved the animated film "Cars" since childhood and still rewatch it.

      Question: Where do you like to relax the most?

      Kimi Antonelli: At the racetrack! No, I'm joking. Mostly I like to relax on the island of Sardinia; I really like it there.

      Question: Are you a morning person or a night owl?

      Kimi Antonelli: I'd say that now I'm mostly a morning person.

      Question: Do you have a favorite hobby outside motorsport?

      Kimi Antonelli: I like sim racing, and I also enjoy playing padel with friends.

      Question: What sports do you like to watch on TV besides Formula 1?

      Kimi Antonelli: Watching NBA games is a real pleasure.

      Question: What main advice would you give to the young Kimi Antonelli now?

      Kimi Antonelli: I'd probably tell that Kimi to worry less about mistakes and not let bad results throw him off course.

      Question: What's your goal for 2025?

      Kimi Antonelli: It would be great to achieve wins and get on the podium, but overall I want to have the best possible season, show good pace and demonstrate professional maturity.