Monte Carlo, June 6 (LaPresse) – "It was one of those laps where I managed to put everything together. It was a very tight qualifying session with Verstappen. I knew the final lap was good, I’m very happy and a huge thanks to the team because yesterday we struggled and today we improved massively." A smiling Kimi Antonelli said this after taking pole position with Mercedes at the Monaco Grand Prix. "Qualifying here is one of the most intense of the year, you always have to go to the limit and get close to the wall, but I had great confidence and I’m happy," he added. "Does my age help? I’m definitely enjoying the car and the weekend, there’s been a big step forward compared to last year and I can’t wait for tomorrow," he concluded.