Kimi Antonelli’s triumph in Monaco set a new record as the youngest driver to claim a grand slam in Formula 1, solidifying Mercedes’ position at the front of the grid.
Record-Breaking Victory
Antonelli secured pole by a margin of 0.043 seconds over Max Verstappen, then led a pure sweep from Q2 through to the finish, capturing his fifth successive win in the principality.
Team Reactions
Red Bull chief Laurent Mekies praised the Italian’s “serious pace” and noted it surprised the team, saying, “What he achieved yesterday was not a single magical lap but a very serious pace that raised expectations.”
Verstappen, still wide‑open after a promising weekend, admitted disappointment, adding, “We just need to understand what went wrong today; finishing the race is the top priority.”
Technical Glitch
Mekies explained that a pre‑race engine fault forced Verstappen to retire, describing the problem as an “engine issue” that left “no chance” for a podium – a defect the team believes they’ve now identified and will address in the coming sessions.
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