Kimi Antonelli, the current leader of the Formula 1 drivers’ championship, has recently revealed the valuable advice he received from Roger Federer during their meeting at Wimbledon. Following a disappointing British Grand Prix, where he finished in 15th position, the Italian enjoyed a unique experience at the prestigious tennis tournament.
Antonelli met Federer in the Royal Box at Wimbledon, a moment he described as extraordinary. ‘It was my first time at Wimbledon and I really liked it. In recent years I have become more interested in tennis, especially because I know Jannik [Sinner] and that has encouraged me to follow the world of tennis,’ the Mercedes driver commented at a press conference before the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.
The 19-year-old driver explained that Federer offered him advice on how to manage pressure, in addition to sharing experiences about his career and life in general. ‘He talked to me a lot about the grass court and his past experiences. It was incredible to be able to chat with him about my races and his experiences,’ Antonelli added.
Among the standout advice, Federer advised him to focus on one race at a time, concentrating on what he can control and managing emotions to avoid mistakes. ‘This advice was very significant for me and made this meeting unforgettable,’ concluded the driver.
Antonelli heads into the Belgian Grand Prix with a 25-point lead over his teammate, George Russell, in the championship standings.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
