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Antonelli impresses, Cadillac makes strides ahead of Canadian Grand Prix
The Formula 1 paddock reflects on Kimi Antonelli's rapid rise and newcomer Cadillac's initial races, as attention turns toward Canada.
By Lesley Bakker - 2026-05-14T05:00:00.000Z - 2 min read
As the Formula 1 circus prepares for the Canadian Grand Prix, the paddock is buzzing over Kimi Antonelli's impressive performances. Following his strong showing in Miami, pundits are openly questioning whether the young driver has now become the world championship favorite.
This 'hot form', as it is being described, continues unabated and fuels speculation. Experts including Damon Hill and Juan Pablo Montoya extensively analyzed his prospects and the influence of teammate George Russell after the Miami Grand Prix, while Lando Norris also weighed in on developments.
It is not just the battle for the drivers' title capturing attention; the arrival of newcomer team Cadillac is also generating significant interest. They have now completed their opening races in Australia, China and Japan as part of Formula 1's new era.
From their base in Silverstone, drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez reflected on this initial phase. Team principal Graeme Lowdon stated that the squad utilized the recent calendar break for further development and to take the next steps in their debut season.
Meanwhile, the sport readies itself for the upcoming race, alongside focus on a recent engine modification explained by a former McLaren mechanic. The F1 Academy season is also about to get underway in Canada, where Alisha Palmowski aims to challenge for the title.