It’s time for Round 18 of the FIA Formula One World Championship as we head to Mexico City for the Mexican Grand Prix. The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez sits over 2km above sea level, making the 4.3km lap a breathless experience. Being the Grand Prix run at the highest altitude above sea level of the season, the race provides uniquely challenging conditions for both the team and drivers. Following on from the excitable and passionate fans in Japan, Mexico will continue the electric atmosphere with the famed baseball stadium section near the end of the lap which will be packed with fervent fans.
Scuderia Ferrari Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc previews the next round of the 2019 Formula One season, the Mexican Grand Prix:
“The circuit in Mexico is an unusual one. We race at such a high altitude and all the teams try to put as much downforce on the car as possible. Despite that, it still feels quite weird and the grip is extremely low. I have done one FP1 and one race there, so it’s one of the tracks that is still pretty new to me. I really enjoy driving there, especially because the walls are quite close and this is something I like as a driver. The atmosphere is amazing and driving through the stadium part of the track is truly unique, because you can see all the fans in the grandstands.” – Scuderia Ferrari Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc explained, as reported by the Maranello team’s official website earlier today.
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