The remarkable championship triumph secured by Kimi Antonelli has sparked immense pride and widespread speculation across Italy. The nation finally celebrated a new Formula 1 world champion after a lengthy 73-year drought, echoing the legendary feat of Alberto Ascari who last claimed the crown for Ferrari back in 1953. This wave of national euphoria immediately triggered questions among passionate Italian fans regarding when their new racing hero might switch allegiances to race for the unofficial national team.
With fans eager to see the young phenomenon in red, former Haas team principal Gunther Steiner shared his candid perspective during an interview with RacingNews365.com. Steiner acknowledged that while the country is thrilled to have an Italian world champion once again, some locals feel a minor bittersweet sentiment seeing him achieve greatness away from Maranello.
"Some people are naturally asking why he is not driving for us. That is the only minor regret for Italy, having an Italian champion who is not out there scoring points for Ferrari," Steiner explained. Despite this local sentiment, the veteran paddock figure firmly believes that destiny will eventually lead the 20-year-old Bologna native to the iconic Italian outfit, though fans must exercise patience.
"I think at a certain point... You have to remember that he is 20 years old. He is still so young, and in my opinion, he will drive for Ferrari at some point," Steiner forecasted. When asked if the switch could happen in the short term, he firmly dismissed the idea, stating, "No, it will not happen. It might take another ten years. But eventually, as an Italian with his talent, he will end up there, that is obvious." Steiner is thoroughly convinced that the Prancing Horse outfit views the young prodigy at the very top of their wish list.
Meanwhile, Mercedes remains secure in the knowledge that their star driver is fully committed for the near future. Tied down by a contract with the Silver Arrows and holding deep loyalty to the manufacturer that supported his rise since childhood, the young Italian made it clear after his Monza victory that he feels entirely at home and eager to repay the immense trust placed in him.
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