Charles Leclerc asserted Ferrari’s dominance at the Mexico City Grand Prix by securing a commanding Friday practice double. The Monegasque star clocked a blistering 1:17.827s in the final session, finishing more than a tenth of a second ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris and Mercedes’ George Russell. This performance underscores Ferrari’s strong pace on the high-altitude street circuit, positioning them as primary contenders for pole position and race victory.
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Mercedes’ campaign took a significant hit when Lewis Hamilton suffered a technical failure during his push lap. The seven-time world champion had been on pace to set the fastest time as the session neared its midway point but was forced to retire after experiencing what appeared to be an engine issue in the final sector. This setback complicates the Silver Arrows’ strategy heading into the weekend, particularly with their title rival Kimi Antonelli finishing fourth, just a tenth behind his teammate Russell.
The session was not without incident, as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen collided with Racing Bulls’ Liam Lawson, adding an element of unpredictability to the weekend. With qualifying scheduled for 9pm on Saturday and the race at 8pm on Sunday, all eyes will be on whether Ferrari can convert their Friday form into a podium finish. Fans can watch every session live on Sky Sports F1 to follow the evolving battle for the Mexican crown.
Source: Sky Sports
