Why Antonelli Faces Grid Penalties on His Home Turf in Italy
Championship frontrunner Kimi Antonelli is set to start from the very back of the grid at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix, a decision that will see him incur the maximum possible grid penalty for exceeding the allotted number of power‑unit components this season. The move, while seemingly counter‑intuitive on home soil, is a calculated gamble by Mercedes aimed at preserving the long‑term health o…
Sept. 1, 2026, 6 a.m.