Kimi Antonelli, the BEST F1 driver in 2026 (yet) | Kush Maini's F2 stories with Kimi

Andrea Kimi Antonelli is proving the doubters wrong in Formula 1, and the reaction from his former F2 rival says everything. If you want the real paddock perspective on Kimi's rise, this quick-hit conversation delivers it. Kush Maini reacts to watching a 19-year-old former rival step into F1 and immediately show the pace and consistency that turned heads across the grid. His take is honest, respectful, and revealing - not just about Kimi, but about what Antonelli's success means for every driver trying to make the jump from junior formulas to the highest level. Kush shares: Why Kimi's early F1 form is earning respect from drivers who raced against him How overcoming doubt changes the way the paddock sees a young talent What Kimi's results say about the level of competition in F2 Why seeing one of their own break through gives other young drivers belief The mindset of a racer who backs the best driver, no matter who it is This is more than a compliment from the sidelines. It's a glimpse into the competitive culture of racing, where respect is earned, pressure is constant, and every result sends a message to the rest of the grid. If you follow Formula 1, Formula 2, or the next wave of young talent coming through, this is a sharp, insightful snapshot of how drivers really view success, rivalry, and what it takes to belong at the top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices