F1 fans are convinced a masked 'Spider-Man' figure in the Barcelona grandstands during FP1 was rising star Kimi Antonelli. The Mercedes junior driver was sidelined for the session, replaced by reserve Frederik Vesti as part of F1's rookie driver requirements. A figure caught on camera wearing a black Mercedes hoodie and a distinctly small Spider-Man mask immediately sparked speculation among viewers. Many drew comparisons to George Russell's similar undercover stunt in Mexico last year, where he wore a luchador mask to watch from the stands. Comments online highlighted the ill-fitting mask and the irony of wearing a Mercedes top to stay incognito. While some argued it was simply a fan playing hooky, the consensus leaned towards Antonelli trying to catch the action. This cheeky move adds a fun twist to Antonelli's impressive F1 lead, reminding fans of the young talent behind the helmet.
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F1 fans are convinced a masked 'Spider-Man' figure in the Barcelona grandstands during FP1 was rising star Kimi Antonelli. The Mercedes junior driver was sidelined for the session, replaced by reserve Frederik Vesti as part of F1's rookie driver requirements. A figure caught on camera wearing a black Mercedes hoodie and a distinctly small Spider-Man mask immediately sparked speculation among viewers. Many drew comparisons to George Russell's similar undercover stunt in Mexico last year, where he wore a luchador mask to watch from the stands. Comments online highlighted the ill-fitting mask and the irony of wearing a Mercedes top to stay incognito. While some argued it was simply a fan playing hooky, the consensus leaned towards Antonelli trying to catch the action. This cheeky move adds a fun twist to Antonelli's impressive F1 lead, reminding fans of the young talent behind the helmet.
