Rosberg: Antonelli must beat his own mind to win the 2026 title

Kimi Antonelli is one of the most closely watched names in the paddock, and Nico Rosberg has pointed to the mental battle as the real turning point in his Formula 1 future. According to the 2016 world champion, the Italian talent will have to handle pressure, mistakes and expectations if he wants to stay at the very top.

The issue came up ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a round often unpredictable and demanding. For Mercedes, Antonelli is a long-term investment: speed alone will not be enough, and balance plus composure will be needed to turn promise into a serious 2026 title challenge.