Charles Leclerc expressed regret over a harsh radio message directed at Kimi Antonelli during the Miami Grand Prix Sprint. He admitted, “No, I was being a bit harsh, maybe, with the adrenaline inside the car.” This came after Leclerc finished third in the Sprint race.
Leclerc had previously topped practice sessions, heading Red Bull’s Max Verstappen by 0.164 seconds. However, during the Sprint, tensions flared as Antonelli received a five-second penalty for excessive track limits breaches.
Leclerc noted, “Kimi is… so bad on wheel-to-wheel. He moved under braking, it’s unbelievable. We’re going to crash.” This comment highlights their ongoing competitive dynamic.
As of midday, Leclerc sits third in the Drivers’ standings with 55 points. Antonelli currently leads with a seven-point advantage after the Sprint.
Leclerc reflected on their past interactions, stating, “It’s true that we’ve had our moments with Kimi in the past, and I hope this calms down a little bit going ahead.” The context of their rivalry adds weight to his remarks.
The next Formula 1 event will further test both drivers as they continue their pursuit of points and position in the championship.
