Why Italy's F1 champion Kimi Antonelli doesn't drive for Ferrari and Mercedes' bet paid off

Kimi Antonelli became Italy's first Formula 1 champion in 73 years, driving for Mercedes rather than Ferrari. Italy's leading sports newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport noted on its front page that his success came 'thanks to his talent, his car and not having raced for Ferrari,' a pointed remark aimed at Italy's iconic racing brand. The achievement validated Mercedes' decision to back the young Italian driver, who also became the youngest F1 champion.