What happened: Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff called it "extremely satisfying" to watch Kimi Antonelli turn around his season from last year, which included "tears". Antonelli can secure the 2026 Formula 1 drivers' title this weekend in Mexico.
F1·PREVIEW·October 29, 2026 02:08 AM ET
Wolff on Antonelli's turnaround after 'tears': 'extremely satisfying'
Italian leads Russell by 123 points with five rounds left
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