P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes was outpaced by its F1 rivals at the US Grand Prix last weekend.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff emphasized the team’s excitement for the battle for second place in the constructors’ championship, with McLaren having already secured the title.
The competition is tight with Mercedes, Ferrari, and Red Bull separated by just 10 points for the runner-up position.
Following a challenging performance in the US, Mercedes aims to bounce back in Mexico, where George Russell finished sixth, and Kimi Antonelli missed out on points.
Wolff acknowledges the fierce competition and expects the fight to continue until the final race in Abu Dhabi, with only five races remaining.
Despite dropping to fourth place last season, Mercedes is determined to deliver a more positive outcome this weekend in Mexico, with reserve driver Fred Vesti getting valuable track time in FP1.
