Antonelli battles viral illness ahead of Mexico City GP
Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli will miss media obligations at the Mexico City Grand Prix due to a viral illness. The 20-year-old Italian driver is currently in contention to become the youngest F1 champion in history.
Why it matters
Antonelli's health status is a significant narrative point for the upcoming Grand Prix, as he is on the verge of setting a historic record in motorsport.
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Antonelli battles viral illness ahead of Mexico City GP
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Kimi Antonelli, who could become the youngest Formula 1 champion in history this weekend, has a viral illness and will miss Thursday's media obligations at the Mexico City Grand Prix, Mercedes said.
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli of Italy arrives for the Formula One U.S. Grand Prix auto race in Austin, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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