Kimi Antonelli was unhurt after a solo road crash near his San Marino home; Mercedes said his car was damaged but he escaped injury. Betting impact: markets should treat him as fully fit — odds on his participation and pre-season performance are likely unchanged, with little adjustment toward a missed start unless the investigation reveals medical concerns.
Kimi Antonelli Unhurt After Solo Road Crash Near San Marino Home
Mercedes confirmed the Italian Formula 1 driver escaped uninjured after a single-vehicle accident Saturday near his San Marino home. The team said police attended after being called by Antonelli and that while his car was damaged, he was completely unhurt.
What Happened
Local authorities responded to the scene; the vehicle reportedly struck a retaining wall along the San Marino Superstrada. An investigation has been opened to determine the causes of the accident.
Team Statement
"We can confirm that Kimi was involved in a traffic accident on Saturday night close to his home in San Marino. The police attended the scene, after being called by Kimi. His was the only car involved and while his vehicle was damaged, Kimi was completely unhurt."
Implications for Pre-season Testing and Betting
Pre-season testing continues Wednesday in Bahrain. Antonelli’s confirmed lack of injury means he should remain available for scheduled testing and the start of the season. For punters, markets are unlikely to reprice his participation or short-term form based on this incident alone; expect his odds to stay steady unless the investigation uncovers medical issues or a team-imposed restriction.
Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli has escaped unscathed from a road accident close to his home in San Marino.
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“We can confirm that Kimi was involved in a traffic accident on Saturday night close to his home in San Marino," Mercedes said.
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