Kimi Antonelli astounds the racing world with his impeccable memory, recalling precise lap times from every session he’s been in.
- The Mercedes junior driver showcases his talent in a video clip with Oliver Bearman and a Prema engineer, leaving them in awe.
- During a casual quiz, Antonelli remembers his Melbourne qualifying time and Silverstone’s fastest lap with pinpoint accuracy.
- Even Antonelli’s knowledge of his Formula 4 lap times leaves onlookers thunderstruck.
- With a potential Mercedes seat in 2025, his extraordinary skill might just steer his career to new heights.
Kimi Antonelli, at only 17, has caught the attention of the racing community for more than just his skills on the track—he possesses an extraordinary memory for lap times. In a video shared by a Mercedes fan account, Antonelli flawlessly recalls his lap times from various racing sessions, displaying his remarkable talent with ease.
Engaged in a friendly quiz by a Prema engineer and fellow racer Oliver Bearman, Antonelli confidently states his lap time from the Melbourne qualifying: “I did a 29.0.” The data confirmation by the engineer, showing Antonelli’s accuracy, is nothing short of impressive. His ability extends to remembering the fastest lap at Silverstone, accurately recalling a time of 2:01.2.
Antonelli’s talent doesn’t stop with his recent F1 sessions; he even remembers lap times from his days in Formula 4. The young Italian’s recall stretches back to the Monza races, where he effortlessly recounts both qualifying session times, much to the amazement of his peers.
Beyond his memory skills, Antonelli’s future in racing looks promising. As a favorite for a potential Mercedes seat in 2025, he is set to test drive the Merc W13 post-Belgian Grand Prix. Mercedes’ head of trackside engineering, Andrew Shovlin, discussed the logistical challenges testing poses due to a congested F1 calendar. Nevertheless, Antonelli’s performance in such tests could significantly influence his trajectory within the team.
Kimi Antonelli’s unique talent could propel him to become a vital asset for Mercedes’ future endeavors.
