P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Follow along with all the action live from the opening practice session for the 2025 F1 Mexican Grand Prix from Mexico City!
“Will Max Verstappen be able to maintain his current momentum and increase the pressure on the McLaren drivers as they compete for the drivers’ title?
With only five rounds left, Verstappen is now 40 points behind Piastri, while Lando Norris is in second place, trailing his teammate by 12 points.
The question remains whether Piastri can overcome his recent decline in performance and regain control of the championship race.
The first clues will come from the 60-minute practice session, which includes nine young and reserve drivers as Verstappen, Norris, and Lewis Hamilton will be absent.
You can follow the live coverage of FP1 from the Mexican Grand Prix and access our live blog with real-time timing updates.”
