WATCH: Kimi Antonelli's bizarre crash at Monza during Italian GP on his Formula 1 debut

Kimi Antonelli's highly anticipated Formula 1 debut at the Italian Grand Prix took a dramatic turn as the young Italian crashed out during his first session at Monza. The 18-year-old, driving for Mercedes, was putting in a stellar performance when disaster struck at the Parabolica corner.

Antonelli, who had just clocked the fastest time on his initial flying lap, was on course to potentially top the session when he lost control of his car. The teenager was on a set of soft tyres, pushing hard to impress on home soil. However, as he approached the Parabolica, the rear of his car suddenly gave way, sending him spinning through the gravel before crashing heavily into the tyre barrier.

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The crash was a crushing blow for both Antonelli and Mercedes, who had high hopes for the young driver's debut. Despite the severity of the impact, Antonelli quickly reassured his team over the radio, saying, "****, sorry, ****," confirming that he was uninjured. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff was swift to respond, offering words of comfort to his young driver: "Kimi, all good, all good Kimi."

Can Mercedes get the car ready for FP2?

The incident raises questions about whether Mercedes may have been too eager to allow Antonelli to push from the start. His pace on the soft tyres had been impressive, and he looked set to challenge the top of the timesheets before the crash abruptly ended his session.

Now, the focus shifts to whether the Mercedes team can repair the damage in time for FP2, and how this setback will affect Antonelli's confidence moving forward. The incident has also put added pressure on teammate George Russell, who must wait anxiously to see if the car can be ready for the next session.

For Antonelli, the crash is a harsh reminder of the fine margins in Formula 1. His debut, which began with so much promise, ended in a nightmare scenario that neither he nor Mercedes would have envisioned. All eyes will be on the young Italian as he looks to bounce back from this early setback in his F1 career.