Kimi Antonelli Pranked by Mercedes at Italian Grand Prix

The prank rivalry between Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes escalated at the Italian Grand Prix held in Monza. The Mercedes team ambushed Antonelli, the current championship leader, with whipped cream during a media event.

During the incident, which took place in the paddock, team mechanics donned protective ponchos to shield themselves from the whipped cream as they surprised Antonelli with paper plates filled with the dessert. This playful attack is part of an ongoing prank war that has unfolded throughout the 2026 racing season.