Kimi Antonelli, a talented young driver for the Mercedes F1 team, was involved in a single-car accident over the weekend in San Marino. The 19-year-old crashed his newly acquired and rare Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, which is valued at £180,000. Fortunately, Antonelli was unharmed and managed to call the police himself, affirming that no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

The incident occurred near Antonelli's residence, and in a statement released by the Mercedes F1 team, they confirmed that the driver sustained no injuries from the accident. This reassures fans and stakeholders about Antonelli's safety just days after acquiring the luxury sports car, of which only 200 units were produced, highlighting its exclusivity and value. The crash raised concerns about the pressures young drivers face in balancing their racing careers with personal vehicle ownership.

As Antonelli prepares for upcoming races, including his travel to Bahrain shortly after the incident, this event could serve as a reminder for racing professionals to exercise caution while off the track. The crash, although serious in context, ended favorably with no injuries, allowing Antonelli to focus on his career ahead without lasting repercussions from this accident.