Kimi Antonelli has received an unusual gift from Kim Kardashian, the partner of Lewis Hamilton. Antonelli currently leads the Drivers' Championship after securing five consecutive Formula One victories. Historically, no driver has won five races in a row without claiming the world title, making the Italian a strong favorite for the championship.
His most recent triumph came at the Monaco Grand Prix, where he maintained composure during a chaotic race to secure his first win in the principality. However, a major talking point from the event was Kardashian using Antonelli's towel during the grid walk to wipe her face. The moment went viral when fans identified the towel's owner.
During a press conference ahead of the Barcelona Grand Prix, Hamilton was asked about the incident but appeared uncomfortable, responding: "His towel? I don't really know anything about it, so..." with a nervous laugh.
Mercedes capitalized on the buzz by posting a humorous video of Antonelli searching for his missing towel. But it seems he no longer needs to look, as a gift arrived at the Mercedes garage from Kardashian herself. The present was a fresh white towel embroidered with the words "to Kimi from Kim."
Antonelli hopes the towel brings good luck as he aims for a sixth consecutive win at the Barcelona Grand Prix. Reflecting on his journey, the 19-year-old said: "Last year I doubted myself a lot, especially during a tough period in Europe. This year is different. You mature a lot after a year in F1, not just as a driver but as a person. That difficult period helped me grow and understand myself better. Now I don't question or doubt myself."
He added: "Experience plays a massive role. Knowing what works for you during the weekend and outside it, understanding track evolution, and balancing energy makes a big difference."
