Mercedes is ahead of this new era of Formula 1 season.
With living legend Lewis Hamilton set out on his journey in Ferrari after he sets out with the team, Mercedes has turned his eyes to Young Phenom Andrea Kimmi Antoneri to drive with George Russell. Masu. Additionally, the team welcomed a new clothing partnership with Adidas and launched it on Thursday at the company's headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
At the launch, Toto Wolf, the principal of the Mercedes team, spoke Sky Sports F1 About Hamilton's departure and Antonelli's arrival.
“It was right for both of us.” Wolf said Sky Sports About Hamilton's travel to Ferrari.
“When I saw Lewis in his first appearance at Ferrari in front of Enzo Ferrari's house, I think it's iconic. Lewis has his sense of style and I told him,” Mercedes said. added the boss.
“At the same time, we are embarking on another route and trying to reinvent ourselves with the younger drivers. “We have a senior, skilled driver who won the race. This new kid is approaching. It's there.
“I think it was a refreshing feeling for both of us.”
Of course, that “new kid” is Antonelli, a young genius who recently secured a road driver's license several months after securing his FIA super license.
Antonelli looked back at 18 in August.
Wolff with three drivers on the team Welcome to our new partnership with Adidas. The team launched their first collection with Adidas on Thursday, with Wolf presenting alongside Russell, Antonelli and reserve driver Valtteri Bottas.
“This is a pioneering partnership,” Wolff said in a statement. “Adidas is very culturally relevant and has surpassed its competitors in recent years. It is a brand that is always on the forehead and is working with world-class athletes to innovate and push forward the boundaries. So. It's very special to be part of the Adidas family. We are excited to travel before us and break new ground within motorsports.”
The Eagle Eyed Observer will focus on the unique “three stripes” that lie on the shoulders of each piece of the team kit.
The driver trio shared Wolf's excitement.
“The partnership with Adidas is extremely exciting,” Russell said. “Opening the next chapter of the team's story gives us some refreshed energy. We all feel incredibly privileged to work with such a great brand. This first time The collection of the series looks great and is designed with performance in mind. It is extremely important to us as drivers and plays an important role in helping us both inside and outside the truck.”
“It was amazing to be here at Adidas HQ today. It's an incredible partnership and I'm extremely excited to start a Mercedes Formula One career wearing Adidas.” Antoneri said. “This first collection is very cool and there are more drops lined up later this year. We know it will look great in the paddock, and our supporters are in the grandstand And I'll do that at home too!”
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Veteran Bottas admitted that pulling the Mercedes kit again was emotional.
“It was great to be here at Adidas HQ in Herzogenlach today. It's a very impressive place and brand,” Bottas said. “The new kit looks cool, and I got goosebumps when I put my Mercedes shirt a few years away this morning. I love this team and it's great to be back in 2025.”
