P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Sergio Perez qualified just 18th for his home Mexico City Grand Prix.
At the Mexico City Grand Prix, Sergio Perez experienced braking issues that led to a disappointing Q1 exit from qualifying, starting the race in 18th place. This marked the first time he has not started inside the top five at his home race since joining Red Bull in 2021. Perez explained that the problem with the brakes of his RB20 caused him to struggle with stopping the car and bleeding lap-time compared to his teammate Max Verstappen, who qualified second. Despite facing difficulties with braking in the last three races, the team has been unable to find a solution, especially highlighting issues on straight lines and braking zones due to surface sensitivity. Perez acknowledged the challenges that lie ahead in the race and expressed disappointment over the situation, emphasizing the limited availability of necessary parts for improvements.
