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Before going into Max’s outstanding victory, let’s go over how the Grand prix operates.
The Formula 1 Grand Prix is an organized competition that comprises several key components. Grand Prix races take place at specific racetracks or circuits, typically purpose-built facilities or temporarily constructed street circuits. These circuits are designed to challenge drivers and showcase high-speed racing. The standard format for a Grand Prix includes practice sessions, qualifying sessions, and the actual race.
The practice sessions allow drivers and teams to familiarize themselves with the track, fine-tune their cars, and test different strategies. Qualifying sessions determine the starting positions of the drivers for the race, typically consisting of three segments: Q1, Q2, and Q3. The race itself is the main event, where drivers compete over a set number of laps.
The Grand Prix events follow specific regulations set by the sport’s governing body such as the FIA – Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile in Formula 1. These regulations cover technical specifications of the cars, safety standards, driver conduct, and various other aspects to ensure fairness and safety in the competition.
Now that we generally know how the Grand prix operates, we can go over how Max Verstappen won the Mexican Grand Prix. Max Verstappen, who races for Red Bull Racing, marked his 17th consecutive victory after winning the Mexican Grand Prix.
Verstappen started from third but had an impressive start, using the slipstream from Charles Leclerc to surge into the lead at Turn 1. Unfortunately, Leclerc collided with Sergio Perez at the same corner, ending the race for the local favorite.
Leclerc was in second place, ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz. However, midway through, Kevin Magnussen’s crash at Turn 8 led to the race being halted due to damage to his car and the barrier.
When the race restarted, Verstappen maintained his lead, while Hamilton, using medium tires, overtook Leclerc for second place a few laps later. Hamilton defended his position, securing second, with Leclerc claiming the final spot on the podium ahead of Sainz.
Verstappen continued his dominance in Mexico, finishing ahead of Hamilton for the third consecutive year. Leclerc secured the final podium spot ahead of Sainz, while Norris impressively climbed through the field to finish fifth.
