Mercedes junior driver Kimi Antonelli says he does not envy friends who are pursuing traditional university studies and careers. The Italian teenager, widely regarded as one of motorsport's most promising talents, has committed fully to his racing development path.
Antonelli, who has progressed through karting and single-seater categories with Mercedes support, acknowledged that his lifestyle differs sharply from peers his age. While many 18-year-olds attend lectures or enter the workforce, his schedule revolves around testing, simulator work, and race weekends across Europe.
The driver's comments came in a recent interview where he reflected on the sacrifices required to reach Formula 1. Antonelli currently competes in the FIA Formula 2 Championship with Prema Racing, a series considered the final stepping stone to grand prix racing.
