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Antonelli expects strong challenge as British GP looms
Title pressure
Antonelli is entering one of the most scrutinized weekends of the season with the points lead in hand. The current story is not just that he is first, but that the title race still looks open enough for one bad weekend to change the picture.
Team outlook
Mercedes' confidence matters because it suggests the team believes its package can hold up on different track types. At the same time, the public expectation of challenges from McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull implies the championship fight may be decided by consistency rather than pure pace.
What comes next
The British Grand Prix should offer a useful read on whether Antonelli's lead is vulnerable or sustainable. If rivals close the gap, the championship narrative shifts toward a multi-team battle; if he extends it, Mercedes gains a stronger platform for the rest of the summer.