Antonelli told F1 title moment 'will come' after Chinese GP breakthrough win

The Italian driver fulfilled the dream of every young racer who sets out on a career in motorsport - winning a Formula 1 race. Antonelli managed to achieve that milestone at just 19 years old, a day after also becoming the youngest pole-sitter in the history of the sport.

However, speaking to Sky Sports, his race engineer believes that winning a race is one thing, but fighting for a championship is a completely different challenge - a true marathon that requires far greater effort.

Bonnington also pointed to the rare qualities he sees in Antonelli, drawing comparisons with two of the greatest drivers he has worked with - Hamilton and Schumacher.

According to the Briton, there is a clear difference between drivers who become quick through experience and those who possess something truly exceptional. While practice and preparation are crucial, he explained that some drivers naturally operate on another level, and Antonelli appears to belong to that category.

That extra edge becomes particularly visible in the data, where Antonelli’s ability to keep the car perfectly balanced while pushing to the limit stands out. Bonnington noted how the young Italian is capable of driving a car on a knife-edge while still maintaining control over tyre temperatures and overall stability - a trait that is extremely rare even among top-level drivers.