Austin GP is about much more than potential for Antonelli’s first F1 world title

Young driver’s maiden championship is all but secured but Mercedes upgrades will inform next year’s run to the line There is nothing quite like a potential title decider to bring the fiercest of spotlights to bear as doubtless Kimi Antonelli will discover when he attempts to seal his first championship at the United States Grand Prix this weekend.

For the young Italian the goal is straightforward and the culmination of a childhood dream.

However, for his Mercedes team there will be scrutiny over performance in Austin that has significant implications going into next season.

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