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Antonelli admits to driving “tense” and “tired” on cusp of F1 title

Kimi Antonelli is hoping to overcome an off-colour Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying session with a good night's rest, but admits Formula 1 title nerves have led to him driving with unwanted tension.The Italian was just 0.001s slower than Lando…

By Jake Boxall-Legge · Autosport

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 12:09 AM

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Kimi Antonelli admitted feeling tense and tired during Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying amid championship pressure.
The Mercedes driver qualified fourth after battling low grip and recent illness involving a high fever.
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton took pole position by edging out Mercedes' George Russell by 0.009 seconds.

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Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli admitted he felt tense and exhausted during qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix as pressure builds in the Formula 1 championship fight. Antonelli qualified fourth on the grid after struggling with low grip and lingering illness that caused a fever and stomach issues earlier in the week.

Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton secured pole position ahead of Mercedes' George Russell. Antonelli hopes a good night of rest will help him recover his energy and move forward during the 71-lap grand prix.

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Antonelli admits to driving “tense” and “tired” on cusp of F1 title

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