Lewis Hamilton left stunned by this bizarre item Kimi Antonelli packs in his luggage for F1 race weekends. The teenage rookie, handpicked by Toto Wolff as Mercedes’ golden boy after Hamilton’s bombshell exit, is already turning heads — both on and off the track. .

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Lewis Hamilton was left both amused and bewildered after learning about a peculiar item that teenage F1 rookie Kimi Antonelli brings with him to every race weekend. The young Italian, handpicked by Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff as the heir to Hamilton’s throne following the seven-time world champion’s shock departure to Ferrari, is already making waves in the paddock. But it’s not just his driving talent that’s drawing attention.

In a recent interview, Hamilton revealed his surprise at discovering that Antonelli always packs a stuffed toy duck in his luggage — a quirky good-luck charm he’s had since childhood. “I didn’t expect that at all,” Hamilton laughed. “But hey, whatever keeps you grounded in this high-pressure environment.”

Despite being just a teenager, Antonelli’s maturity on track and his humble demeanor off it have earned him admiration from fans and fellow drivers alike. His unusual travel companion might raise eyebrows, but it also humanizes the rising star in a sport known for its intensity and precision.

With Mercedes banking on Antonelli to lead the team into a new era, the pressure is immense — but so far, he seems to be handling it with calm confidence and a cuddly duck by his side.