P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes implemented team orders during the Mexico City Grand Prix as it hunted Oliver Bearman for fourth place.
Kimi Antonelli was caught off guard by Mercedes’ decision to swap positions at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Antonelli moved aside for Russell on lap 41 after the latter felt he was being held up by his teammate. Antonelli did not know Russell was pushing for the swap and was surprised by the team’s decision. Russell tried to catch up to Oliver Bearman after the swap but was unsuccessful. Antonelli appreciates getting his position back later in the race but believes Mercedes could have handled the situation better for a better chance at a higher finish. Ultimately, Antonelli and Russell finished the race in sixth and seventh, and Antonelli wants to review the circumstances to avoid similar mistakes in the future.
