In the Heat of the Race: Button Stands Strong in Defense of Perez’s Daring Driving Maneuver

In the Heat of the Race: Button Stands Strong in Defense of Perez’s Daring Driving Maneuver

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Jenson Button believes it was difficult for Sergio Perez to avoid colliding with Charles Leclerc on the opening lap of the Mexico City Grand Prix.

During Perez’s home race at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, he was forced to retire on the first lap following a collision with Leclerc. Perez had made a strong start from fifth on the grid and attempted to overtake Leclerc and teammate Verstappen. However, he turned in too early and collided with Leclerc, causing his car to go airborne before returning to the pit lane. Button, speaking after the race, believed that Perez misjudged the situation but had limited options due to the cars around him. Despite his retirement, Perez remains 20 points ahead of Lewis Hamilton in the standings.

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