Mexico City GP Qualifying: Can Antonelli Challenge Verstappen?
Qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix could be pivotal, with Kimi Antonelli aiming to upset seasoned contenders like Verstappen. The session promises a mix of high-speed straights and challenging corners.
Max Verstappen leads the pack after free practice, but Kimi Antonelli is eager to challenge him for pole position in Mexico. Will Antonelli manage to outpace his rivals, or will the more experienced drivers hold their ground?
The Mexico City Grand Prix might just see a new F1 World Champion, making this qualifying session all the more critical. Drivers need to master a lap at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, balancing high top speeds with deft handling through its varied sectors.
Qualifying is set to begin at 15:00 local time (21:00 UK) and will last for 60 minutes. The circuit is a favorite for several drivers, with Charles Leclerc having multiple poles here, and others like Lewis Hamilton, Valtteri Bottas, Max Verstappen, Carlos Sainz, and Lando Norris also having secured pole positions in the past.
Stay tuned for updates as the grid is set, or follow the live timing on PlanetF1.com.