Antonelli misses Mexico City media day with illness
Mercedes says Kimi Antonelli, the 20-year-old Italian driver, will miss Thursday's media day at the Mexico City Grand Prix while he recovers from a viral illness. Antonelli, in his second Formula 1 season, has won nine races so far. He can clinch the world title on Sunday by finishing in the top nine, even if George Russell wins, and holds a 123-point lead with five races left. Cadillac says Valtteri Bottas is also unwell and resting, a precaution that does not affect his weekend. Practice starts Friday at 18:30 GMT.
Key facts
- A top-nine finish would make Antonelli the youngest world champion, beating Sebastian Vettel's record by three years.
- Ninth place wins the title if Russell wins, and tenth if Lewis Hamilton wins.
- Cadillac said on Wednesday that Sergio Perez will stay with the team until at least 2029.
- Practice for the Mexico City race starts on Friday at 18:30 GMT.
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Why it matters
Antonelli could become Formula 1's youngest world champion this Sunday, breaking Sebastian Vettel's record by three years.
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