Kimi Antonelli reveals the mindset behind his unstoppable F1 run

It is absolutely wild to see what Kimi Antonelli is doing right now. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver has rattled off five consecutive victories—taking the top spot in China, Japan, Miami, Canada, and Monaco—to build a 66-point lead over Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari. He is currently sitting 68 points ahead of his own teammate, George Russell. It is a stunning run of form that has left everyone searching for an explanation, but the driver himself points to a simple shift in his approach: enjoying every single weekend.

Antonelli admits that he struggled with self-doubt during his 2025 rookie season, especially during a rough patch in Europe. That experience, however, seems to have been the forge that created the driver we see today. He is no longer racing with the tension that held him back last year, and this ability to remain relaxed has become the big factor in his current dominance. He still acknowledges there are questions about how much more he can grow, but for now, the machinery and the driver are in perfect harmony.

Looking ahead to the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, the focus shifts to the technical side. While Mercedes has been the class of the field, the team is still working to understand the true potential of the upgrade package introduced in Canada. With the unique conditions of Canada and Monaco now behind them, this weekend at a more standard circuit will finally reveal exactly what their latest evolution is worth.