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Mercedes driver Antonelli sidelined by viral illness before Mexico GP
Italian Formula 1 driver Andrea Antonelli has been struck down with a viral illness ahead of this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix. The Mercedes team confirmed the 18-year-old was excused from media obligations to focus on his recovery.
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Andrea Antonelli will miss media duties at the Mexico City circuit after being diagnosed with a viral illness, Mercedes-Benz Formula 1 Team announced ahead of the Grand Prix.
The Italian driver, who races for the German manufacturer, has been granted dispensation by the International Motoring Federation (FIA) to skip his scheduled media commitments as he recuperates.
Mercedes did not provide specific details regarding the nature of the illness or its potential impact on Antonelli's participation in the weekend's racing activities. The team's decision to excuse the driver from media engagements reflects standard protocol when drivers face health complications during race weekends.
The Mexico City Grand Prix is scheduled to take place this weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez circuit. Antonelli's medical status will be monitored by the team's medical staff ahead of Friday's opening practice sessions.