# Fisichella Backs Antonelli for Monza Charge Despite Grid Penalty

Former F1 driver Fisichella believes Kimi Antonelli can fight for podium at Monza despite starting from the back.

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Former Formula 1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella believes Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli can launch a charge through the field at the Italian Grand Prix despite an engine penalty that places him at the back of the grid. [^1]

Giancarlo Fisichella said that Mercedes and Kimi Antonelli will probably be very quick at Monza and that Antonelli can score points easily. [^2]

Giancarlo Fisichella stated that starting from the last position at Monza is not a big problem because the circuit features many places where overtaking is possible. [^3]

Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, former Formula 1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella spoke to select media about the current season. [^4]

Giancarlo Fisichella described the rise of his young compatriot Kimi Antonelli as remarkable. [^5]

Giancarlo Fisichella acknowledged that McLaren's Lando Norris has won the last two races but stated it is too early to say if Norris can catch Kimi Antonelli. [^6]

Fisichella commented on Mercedes' dominance in the current Formula 1 season. [^7]

The discussion included an analysis of drivers who could still challenge for the championship title. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. Former Formula 1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella believes Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli can launch a charge through the field at the Italian Grand Prix despite an engine penalty that places him at the back of the grid. (Hindustan Times, News)
2. Giancarlo Fisichella said that Mercedes and Kimi Antonelli will probably be very quick at Monza and that Antonelli can score points easily. (Hindustan Times, News)
3. Giancarlo Fisichella stated that starting from the last position at Monza is not a big problem because the circuit features many places where overtaking is possible. (Hindustan Times, News)
4. Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, former Formula 1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella spoke to select media about the current season. (Deccan Herald, News)
5. Giancarlo Fisichella described the rise of his young compatriot Kimi Antonelli as remarkable. (Deccan Herald, News)
6. Giancarlo Fisichella acknowledged that McLaren's Lando Norris has won the last two races but stated it is too early to say if Norris can catch Kimi Antonelli. (Hindustan Times, News)
7. Fisichella commented on Mercedes' dominance in the current Formula 1 season. (Deccan Herald, News)
8. The discussion included an analysis of drivers who could still challenge for the championship title. (Deccan Herald, News)

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