Kimi Antonelli: I didn't start to feel more pressure.

Kimi Antonelli: I didn't start to feel more pressure.

      Kimi Antonelli is only in his second season in Formula 1 and after the first three races, he leads the personal standings, ahead of his teammate George Russell by nine points. Speaking to the press on Friday, the young Mercedes driver said he does not feel increased pressure because of this.

      Kimi Antonelli: "I know that after two wins, more people started to cheer for me, and that’s very nice. I haven’t felt more pressure, although I know that expectations for me have risen after two wins and a strong start to the season.

      I remain focused on the process and what I need to do. I don’t want to get too hung up on the final result. Right now, I feel exactly the same pressure as at the beginning of the season, but no more. I try to stay grounded, concentrate on the ultimate goal and how to achieve it.

      My teammate and I work well together, and there’s a great atmosphere in the team. I feel that I can be a serious competitor. I came to Formula 1 to fight for wins and titles. That’s my goal. Of course, this year George and I have huge opportunities thanks to a very fast car.

      Neither of us wants to miss this chance, but we also need to maintain good dynamics within the team – that’s what we’re working on. Our goal, George and I, is to win and be the best, but we also want to help the team."

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Kimi Antonelli: I didn't start to feel more pressure.

Kimi Antonelli is only in his second season in Formula 1 and after the first three races, he is leading in the individual standings. Speaking to the press on Friday, the young Mercedes driver said that he does not feel increased pressure because of this.