Andrea Kimi Antonelli will make his long-awaited debut on a Formula 1 race weekend when he drives for Mercedes in first practice for the Italian Grand Prix. Antonelli will replace seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton during the session at Monza during his first outing with the world watching. The Italian driver has been ultra-impressive throughout his Formula 2 season and has begun to build momentum after a difficult start. The 18-year-old is on the verge of becoming a full-time Formula 1 driver next season, replacing Hamilton as Mercedes look to promote their protege. Luca Badoer has g…
