Andrea Kimi Antonelli is an Italian racing driver making his Formula One debut with Mercedes-AMG Petronas in 2025. Dubbed the next big thing in Italian motorsport, Antonelli has broken numerous age records in his rapid ascent through the junior categories. Handpicked by Mercedes to replace Lewis Hamilton, the young prodigy carries the weight of enormous expectations. His exceptional speed and mature driving style have drawn comparisons to F1 legends.