Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli will miss the media day ahead of the Mexico Grand Prix due to illness, the team has confirmed. The Italian rookie currently leads the Formula 1 drivers' championship by 123 points over his teammate George Russell.
Antonelli's absence from the scheduled media commitments on Thursday comes as a precautionary measure. The 19-year-old has been the standout performer of the 2026 season, securing multiple victories and pole positions in his debut campaign with the Silver Arrows.
Mercedes has not specified the nature of the illness or whether Antonelli's participation in Friday's practice sessions is in doubt. The team is expected to provide a further update on his condition later today.
The Mexico Grand Prix at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez represents a crucial round in the championship, with Antonelli looking to extend his substantial lead over Russell and the rest of the field.
