P1racenews AI automatic summary:
World Champion Max Verstappen set the pace during the opening practice session for Formula 1’s Mexico City Grand Prix. Verstappen
“During the first practice session for the Mexico City Grand Prix, Max Verstappen set the fastest lap time of 1:19.718s on Soft tyres, narrowly beating Alex Albon in the Williams by 0.095s. Sergio Perez secured the third position on the time sheet, followed by Lando Norris in fourth and Charles Leclerc in fifth. Oscar Piastri, racing for McLaren, achieved the sixth fastest time on the prototype 2024-spec Medium tyre. Carlos Sainz, who fell ill and missed Thursday’s media activities, experienced a hydraulic problem but managed to recover and finish in seventh place. Daniel Ricciardo, Esteban Ocon, and Lance Stroll completed the top 10. Five Formula 2 drivers, including Oliver Bearman and Jack Doohan, made their weekend debuts during the session. Theo Pourchaire, leading the Formula 2 championship, struggled with brake pedal issues and only managed to complete four installation laps. The second practice session is scheduled for 16:00 local time.”
Source: Motorsport Week
