Antonelli sat out the majority of FP2 at Monza

Russell, who finished 10th in FP2, said he also caught a few nasty moments aboard the W16 as he conceded three tenths to pacesetter Lando Norris in the McLaren.

“It didn’t feel amazing out there. I was struggling for a bit of confidence and I had a few moments similar to like Kimi,” he said. “It was just difficult to keep the car in a good spot.

“It was a tricky day at Monza, you’re back on that low downforce car, sort of floating around and the rear’s pretty loose. It didn’t feel spectacular out there for us today.

“Usually three tenths off would be just behind McLarens, so it’s tight and I expect that to be the same tomorrow.”