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Home hero Sergio Perez slumped to a disastrous Q1 exit in qualifying for the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix thanks to persistent brake issues with his Red Bull RB20.
Sergio Perez struggled to deliver at his home Grand Prix in Mexico City, finishing 18th and facing challenges with braking throughout the race weekend. Despite his efforts to modulate braking and navigate the complex turns, Perez couldn’t find a solution to the recurring issue that has plagued him for the past three races. The Mexican driver expressed disappointment over his performance, acknowledging the difficulty of the situation on a circuit where surface sensitivity plays a crucial role. With his Red Bull career potentially at stake, Perez aimed to make amends for last year’s DNF in front of his home fans, but his struggles continued, indicating a tough race ahead on Sunday. Wrestling with the decision of potentially making changes to his car setup and starting from the back of the grid, Perez and his team faced a challenging weekend in Mexico City.
