Juan Pablo Montoya pinpoints major factor in Kimi Antonelli's F1 success
Juan Pablo Montoya credits Peter 'Bono' Bonnington as a key influence in Kimi Antonelli's strong performance at Mercedes. Despite a rocky start to his F1 career, Antonelli has emerged as a standout, leading the championship and outpacing teammate George Russell. Montoya highlights Antonelli's aggression and track usage as strengths, supported by Bonnington's experience and guidance.
- ▪Kimi Antonelli became the youngest driver to lead the Formula 1 championship standings.
- ▪Montoya attributes Antonelli's success to the mentorship of race engineer Peter 'Bono' Bonnington.
- ▪Bonnington previously worked with Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher, contributing to multiple championship titles.
- ▪Antonelli's aggressive driving style and track usage have distinguished him in qualifying sessions.
- ▪Damon Hill praised Antonelli's victory at the Miami Grand Prix as 'stupendous'.
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