Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli is suffering from a viral illness ahead of this weekend's Mexico City Grand Prix, according to reports on Thursday.
The 2026 season points leader was reported unwell on October 29, raising questions about his participation in the upcoming race at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. Team officials have not yet released an official statement on the severity of the illness or whether Antonelli will be cleared to compete.
The Mexican round marks a critical phase in the championship battle, with Antonelli holding a narrow lead in the drivers' standings. Any absence could significantly impact the title race with several rounds remaining in the season.
