Antonelli Returns to Practice After Illness in Mexico

Kimi Antonelli returned to the track Friday after missing mandatory media duties because of a viral illness, taking part in practice ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, where he could clinch the Formula 1 drivers’ championship on Sunday. Mercedes said Thursday that the 20-year-old was recovering from the illness and that the FIA had excused him from media commitments so he could rest. The team expected him back Friday. Antonelli then finished second in the first practice session and fourth in the second, according to reported session results. His participation did not establish whether he was fully fit for the race. Antonelli led Mercedes teammate George Russell by 123 points after the United States Grand Prix in Austin, with five rounds, including Mexico, remaining and a maximum of 125 points available. A ninth-place finish in Mexico would secure the title, according to the reported scenarios. He could also become champion without scoring if neither Russell nor Lewis Hamilton wins. The championship remained undecided ahead of Sunday’s race. If Antonelli wins the title, he would become Formula 1’s youngest world champion, surpassing Sebastian Vettel, who was 23 when he won in...