Mexico GP

2024 - 10 - 27

Sainz Steals the Show in Mexico: Can Verstappen Keep Up?

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Carlos Sainz races to pole position in Mexico, leaving Verstappen scrambling and the fans buzzing! 🏎️💨

The 2024 Formula 1 season is heating up, and the Mexico Grand Prix has kicked it into high gear with an exhilarating qualifying session. Carlos Sainz, driving for Ferrari, showcased his incredible speed by claiming pole position with a stunning lap, clocking in at an impressive 1:16.505. It was a remarkable performance that left championship leader Max Verstappen trailing by a cool 0.225 seconds, not to mention a tight neck-and-neck with Lando Norris, who secured third place just a whisker behind Verstappen. As Sainz celebrated his first pole position of the season, fans were treated to a thrilling display of skill, precision, and fierce competition from some of the best drivers in the world.

The buzz around Sainz’s pole position sends ripples through the paddock, especially as Verstappen and Norris are known for their incredible racecraft. Sainz’s dominance during qualifying has raised questions: will his momentum carry through to the race? He certainly has the horsepower and talent to do so, especially considering the strategic plays Ferrari has been working on this season. Fans can expect high-stakes drama on the racetrack as the rivalry among these top-tier drivers intensifies. It’s not just about speed; it’s about strategy, team support, and a sprinkle of luck that could tip the race in anyone’s favor.

As the race day approaches, the excitement is palpable. Each qualifying session reveals more than just lap times; it uncovers the psychological warfare that happens behind the wheel. Verstappen, with his competitive spirit, is undoubtedly itching to regain his top form, and we can't overlook Norris, who is eager to prove he can contend with the seasoned veterans. Strategies will be tested, tires will be pushed to their limits, and with unpredictable weather in Mexico City, there’s potential for surprises that could shake up this championship battle.

In previous seasons, the Mexico Grand Prix has been known for its chaotic races, and this qualification session sets the stage for yet another classic. Did you know that the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, home to this exciting event, is one of the highest-altitude tracks in the world? Its elevation impacts engine performance, tire wear, and driver stamina, making it a unique challenge. So, while Sainz might have taken pole, anything can happen when the lights go out! Buckle up, race fans – we’re in for a wild ride!

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F1 Mexico GP: Sainz dominates qualifying for pole as Verstappen ... (autosport.com)

Carlos Sainz scorched to pole for the Mexico Grand Prix with a 0.225-second advantage over Formula 1 championship leader Max Verstappen.

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F1 Mexico GP live updates: Latest qualifying times, Q3 standings ... (The Independent)

The F1 season resumes in Mexico City with Carlos Sainz on pole ahead of Max Verstappen, who edged out Lando Norris for the front row as the pair lock horns ...

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2024 Mexican Grand Prix - Qualifying F1 results (Mexico City) (PlanetF1)

1 Lando Norris McLaren 1:16.505 · 2 Carlos Sainz Ferrari +0.273. Ad · 3 Max Verstappen Red Bull +0.298 · 4 Charles Leclerc Ferrari +0.467 · 5 Kevin Magnussen Haas + ...

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F1 live: Mexico GP qualifying as it happened (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

The 20th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with qualifying for the Mexico Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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2024 Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying report and highlights: Carlos ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Carlos Sainz has taken pole position for the Mexico City Grand Prix, the Ferrari driver going fastest from Max Verstappen and Lando Norris during what had ...

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Mexico GP: Sainz storms to pole from title rivals Verstappen, Norris (FormulaRapida.net)

Carlos Sainz storms to F1 Mexico GP pole as Max Verstappen managed to beat title rival Lando Norris finishing second.

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2024 F1 Mexican Grand Prix - Qualifying results (RacingNews365)

Carlos Sainz bagged his first pole position of the season for Ferrari with a stunning lap in Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying.

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Mexican GP: Carlos Sainz sets stunning lap to take pole in Mexico (PlanetF1)

Carlos Sainz was a class above as he set an incredible lap to secure his first pole position of the season at the Mexican GP.

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Max Verstappen not 'expecting miracles' in F1 Mexico GP despite ... (Motorsport Week)

Max Verstappen has expressed he is not "expecting miracles" in the F1 Mexico City Grand Prix, despite claiming a front-row starting position.

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F1 live: Mexico GP qualifying as it happened (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

The 20th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with qualifying for the Mexico Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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Mexican GP predictions: Sainz to win and no Max Verstappen podium (PlanetF1)

Carlos Sainz has a great opportunity at the Mexican GP to take perhaps one last win for Ferrari before joining Williams.

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F1 Mexico GP: Sainz storms to pole ahead of Verstappen, Norris (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Carlos Sainz scorched to pole for the Mexican Grand Prix with a 0.225-second advantage over Formula 1 championship leader Max Verstappen.

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Live: Mexico GP updates - Qualifying (autosport.com)

The 20th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with qualifying for the Mexico Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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F1 Mexico GP live updates: Latest from today's Grand Prix with ... (The Athletic)

Follow live updates from the Mexico City Grand Prix with Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Ferrari set to lock horns again.

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F1 Mexico Grand Prix LIVE: Carlos Sainz starts on pole as Lando Norris challenges championship leader Max ... (The Independent)

F1 live updates from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez as the world title battle continues with Max Verstappen on front row and Carlos Sainz on pole · F1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX - LATEST UPDATES.

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OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where in Mexico City | Formula 1® (Formula 1 RSS UK)

It's a first for 2024 – Carlos Sainz starting from pole for Ferrari, after a blistering qualifying lap in Mexico City. Alongside him – somewhat unexpectedly ...

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Mexico Grand Prix latest - F1 live (BBC Sport)

The McLaren driver said he was "pretty happy" with his third in qualifying, feeling like he had reached the limit of the car but ultimately struggling to ...

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LIVE COVERAGE - Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix 2024 ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Live coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Gran Premio de la Ciudad de Mexico 2024.

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F1 Mexico GP – Start time, how to watch, starting grid & TV channel (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz will start the race from pole position ahead of title rivals Max Verstappen (Red Bull) and Lando Norris (McLaren).

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LIVE: 2024 F1 Mexican Grand Prix (RacingNews365)

Follow along with live coverage of the 2024 F1 Mexico City Grand Prix from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

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F1 Mexico Grand Prix – Start time, starting grid, how to watch, & more (autosport.com)

The 20th round of the 2024 F1 season, the Mexico GP, gets under way at 2:00pm local time on Sunday 27 October. How can I watch Formula 1? In the United ...

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PIRELLI STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the tactical options for the ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, ...

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F1 Mexico GP preview: Ferrari can capitalize on Red Bull, McLaren ... (The Athletic)

Carlos Sainz's pole position sets up Ferrari to jump feet-first into the championship fight on Sunday.

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F1 Mexico GP: Sainz wins from Norris; Verstappen sixth after penalties (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Sainz had lost the lead to Verstappen off the line as the Red Bull driver arrived at Turn 1 first, and forced the Ferrari driver to take to the grass with his ...

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Live: Mexico GP updates (autosport.com)

The 20th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season concludes with the Mexico Grand Prix, and you can follow all of the action here.

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F1 Mexico Grand Prix LIVE: Carlos Sainz wins from pole position ... (The Independent)

Verstappen started the race on the front row and overtook Sainz heading to the first corner but a crash for Yuki Tsunodo brought out the safety car. After the ...

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Why Verstappen had to be punished (twice) in Mexican GP (The Race)

Max Verstappen's pair of penalties in the Mexican Grand Prix reflected the fact he clearly breached Formula 1's racing rules in his fight with Lando Norris, ...

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2024 Mexican Grand Prix - F1 results and latest standings after the ... (PlanetF1)

Sainz was joined on the podium by McLaren driver Lando Norris, who survived an early skirmish with Red Bull driver and F1 2024 title rival Max Verstappen to ...

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Explained: Why the FIA slapped Max Verstappen with two huge ... (PlanetF1)

The FIA dished out 20 seconds worth of time penalties to Max Verstappen as he resumed battle with Lando Norris in Mexico.

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Mexican GP: Sainz wins in Mexico as Norris tightens championship ... (Sportstar)

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday after Red Bull's Formula One leader Max Verstappen was twice punished for his driving ...

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FIA dish out penalty points to Max Verstappen in firm Mexico GP ... (PlanetF1)

Max Verstappen is halfway towards a one-race ban as the Mexican GP stewards gave him two penalties for his antics against Lando Norris.

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Formula One: Carlos Sainz wins Mexico GP as Max Verstappen gets ... (India Today)

Carlos Sainz secured a landmark victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix, delivering Ferrari's first win at the track since 1990. Max Verstappen faced ...

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Mexico GP: Carlos Sainz 'needed' one more win with Ferrari - ESPN (ESPN F1)

Reflecting on his dominant Mexico Grand Prix victory, Carlos Sainz said he achieved his target of one more win with Ferrari as he prepares to depart the ...

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Mexico GP: Max Verstappen penalties sets new precedent - Wolff ... (ESPN)

Formula One stewards set a precedent in punishing Max Verstappen in Sunday's Mexico City Grand Prix and the penalties will change how drivers go racing, ...

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