Kimi Antonelli expressed relief at securing second place in the Miami Sprint Qualifying after a rocky session for Mercedes. Despite struggling to find pace with the car, Antonelli managed to overcome technical issues and fierce competition from McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull. The reigning world champion Lando Norris clinched pole position, marking the first time this season Mercedes did not take the top spot. Antonelli emphasized the need for improvements while remaining optimistic about their chances in the upcoming races.

By the Numbers
  • Kimi Antonelli finished P2 in Sprint Qualifying.
  • Antonelli鈥檚 teammate, George Russell, qualified sixth.
State of Play
  • The session was marked by technical difficulties for Mercedes.
  • McLaren and Ferrari revealed significant upgrades, increasing competition.
What's Next

Mercedes will analyze performance data tonight to find improvements for better speed in the upcoming races. Antonelli remains hopeful about competing for top honors against McLaren and Ferrari.

Bottom Line

Despite facing challenges, Mercedes showed resilience, landing a strong qualifying position. The team needs to adapt quickly to improve its performance against rivals with upgraded cars, setting the stage for a competitive weekend ahead.