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Max Verstappen has shared his thoughts on the late-race virtual safety car that prevented him from being able to fight Charles Leclerc in the closing stages.
Max Verstappen reflected on the late-race virtual safety car at the Mexico City Grand Prix, which hindered his chances to fully attack Charles Leclerc for second place. Despite starting fifth, Verstappen finished third due to the controversial VSC decision involving Carlos Sainz. The Dutchman accepted the outcome, acknowledging that sometimes safety cars work in your favor and sometimes they don’t. With Lando Norris winning the race, Verstappen now trails behind Norris and Piastri in the championship standings. Verstappen described the chaotic race start as a survival challenge, with incidents involving Lewis Hamilton and struggles on medium tires. Despite the difficulties, Verstappen was content with fighting for P2, considering it a strong result given the circumstances.
