P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen has addressed the off-roading he undertook after missing the first corner of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen reflected on the chaotic start to the Mexico City Grand Prix, where he had to navigate through the grass at the first corner to avoid contact with the barriers. Despite his challenging start, the Dutchman was surprised to see all his F1 rivals opting for soft tires while Red Bull chose medium Pirellis for his RB21. Verstappen admitted that he hadn’t considered starting on soft tires given the race circumstances, which led to his surprise during the race. Throughout the intense competition, Verstappen showed impressive performance, including setting consistent fast lap times and eventually finishing third due to the late virtual safety car. Despite the struggles during the first stint, Verstappen managed to regain his position on the track and adapt to the challenging conditions, emphasizing the lack of grip and his struggle to keep up with the cars in front of him.
