Steiner says Antonelli will one day drive for Ferrari

Guenther Steiner believes Kimi Antonelli will eventually drive for Ferrari, though he does not expect the move in the short term. Antonelli is contracted to Mercedes until at least the end of 2027 after the team exercised an option on his deal. Steiner said he thought a move could come in around ten years, adding that Ferrari would be keen to sign an Italian of Antonelli's talent if he wanted to go.

Steiner, the former Haas team principal, also suggested that Antonelli's rise could mark the start of a successful period. He pointed to Antonelli arriving in the first year of F1's new technical regulations, and said Mercedes is strong but not dominant under the rules. Steiner argued that Antonelli will need to keep delivering on a good car, and predicted he will win more world championships.