“The Seat”: Netflix to reveal the beginnings of the Antonelli phenomenon

Andrea Kimi Antonelli is a phenomenon for several reasons. The first: his age, only 18, he is the third youngest rider in the history of the sport. The second: his task: to replace the seven-time world champion. Lewis Hamilton in Mercedes.

After his first five Grand Prix in Formula 1, the talent of the Italian prodigy is confirmed. In the points four times and the only rookie to have not experienced any major mishaps, his debut is promising and his consistency is impressive. In addition to appreciating his performances on the track, the details of his journey will soon be available in a Netflix documentary: "The Seat", available on May 5.

The program will reveal the behind-the-scenes look at the gifted driver's early days: from getting his seat at Mercedes, his transfer, the course of his first races, and the decision-making processes at the German team.

As a reminder, it will be interesting to see the Italian's first steps in Formula 1, as he juggles racing... and school! At just 18 years old, the Mercedes driver hasn't finished his schooling and is forced to continue. The trailer for the documentary is already available on YouTube.

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