Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says it is still too early to compare Kimi Antonelli to Ayrton Senna, despite growing talk of a “Senna” parallel. Motorsport.com and other outlets report Wolff acknowledges the comparison while stressing Antonelli is not yet at the level of the Brazilian legend.

Wolff’s remarks are framed around context from Senna’s legacy. Cyprus Mail says he spent time with members of Senna’s family ahead of the São Paulo Grand Prix, after immersing himself in the late driver’s world. The Guardian similarly reports Antonelli grew up idolising Senna and positions Wolff’s comments as a “too soon” assessment that allows room for development.

The differing emphasis across coverage is on whether the focus is on limiting the comparison or on suggesting a potential “Senninha” path. While Motorsport.com highlights Antonelli’s season performances and even visual association, other outlets centre the message that Antonelli can grow into something that echoes Senna without claiming equivalence now.