F1 Mexico Grand Prix LIVE: Carlos Sainz wins from pole position ahead of Lando Norris

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Carlos Sainz secured an impressive win at the Mexico Grand Prix, starting from the pole position and finishing ahead of Lando Norris. This result helped Norris gain important points in the drivers' championship race against leader Max Verstappen.

Verstappen took the lead at the start of the race and passed Sainz as they approached the first turn. However, a collision involving Yuki Tsunoda brought out the safety car. Once the race resumed, Sainz zoomed ahead of Verstappen, while Norris aimed to close the gap on the Red Bull driver.

The two contenders for the championship battled for their spots, with Verstappen showing a lot of aggression and pushing Norris off the track to stay behind Sainz. This was one of two significant mistakes that led to a 20-second penalty for the Red Bull driver, effectively taking him out of the race.

Charles Leclerc from Ferrari managed to maintain his position right behind Sainz, but in the final moments of the race, he dropped to third place after losing out to Norris.

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Norris Shares Thoughts On Second Place Finish

Lando Norris achieved an impressive second-place result, earning 10 points in the race for the world championship.

He commented, "It was an extremely challenging race. In the initial laps, my main focus was just to remain competitive and steer clear of any collisions."

"Carlos put in an excellent performance today, so congrats to him and the Ferrari team for their impressive speed. I gave it my all, and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the fans. Your support makes this experience truly enjoyable, so a big shoutout to everyone!"

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Carlos Sainz, the victor of the Mexican Grand Prix, executed an impressive maneuver to overtake Max Verstappen after briefly surrendering the lead on the opening lap. Once he regained his position, he consistently maintained control of the race, making it seem as though he was never at risk of losing it again.

When he passed Verstappen, he admitted, “To be honest, I didn’t really plan for it. I was just a little frustrated at the beginning because I had lost my spot to him. I thought to myself that I needed to catch him off guard somehow since he’s really tough to overtake, and he’s shown that time and time again.”

"I was positioned a bit behind, but I thought to myself, 'I have nothing to lose, so I’m going to try diving down the inside.' I felt good about my braking skills heading into Turn One this weekend, and I was sure I could pull it off."

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Carlos Sainz's Reaction After The Race

Carlos Sainz achieved his second victory of the season driving for Ferrari. After the race, he shared his thoughts with Sky Sports, expressing: “It’s amazing to witness this audience. I've felt their encouragement all week, and it seems like I have strong backing from fans here in Mexico, which has really empowered me.”

To be honest, I was really hoping to achieve this victory for myself. I felt it was something I needed to accomplish and I wanted to see it through. I've been expressing for some time now that I wanted to add one more win before my time with Ferrari comes to an end, and to achieve it in front of such an amazing crowd is truly unbelievable. With only four races left, my goal is to make the most of every moment, and if another opportunity arises, I'll definitely seize it.

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Norris Triumphs Over Verstappen As Title Race Intensifies

Lando Norris reduced Max Verstappen's lead in the world championship by 10 points after Verstappen received a 20-second penalty for pushing his competitor off the track during an intense Mexican Grand Prix.

Norris delivered an impressive performance in the last part of the race, securing a second-place finish in Mexico City, just behind the winner Carlos Sainz. More importantly, he managed to finish four positions ahead of Verstappen, narrowing the points gap to 47 with four races still to go and a total of 120 points available.

Norris was placed behind Verstappen after receiving a penalty for passing his competitor off the track in Austin during the last race. This contentious episode has been a major topic of discussion throughout the weekend.

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"Zak Brown Responds To Verstappen's Penalties"

McLaren's Zak Brown was inquired about the penalties given to Max Verstappen during the race, and he responded to Sky Sports, saying, "They were likely insufficient."

"It’s becoming a bit silly at this point. I respect the FIA officials for their efforts, but we need to draw the line. Let's focus on having fair and exciting races from now on."

"I believe the stewards are handling things effectively, as indicated by the penalties that were issued. They performed well throughout the weekend."

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Mike Jones, October 27, 2024, 10:04 PM

In the battle for the Constructors' Championship, Ferrari has moved into second place, surpassing Red Bull. The Italian squad is now only 29 points behind the leaders, McLaren, with four races left in the season.

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Norris Narrows Gap With Verstappen

Lando Norris has closed the gap to just 47 points behind Max Verstappen in the drivers' championship. If he maintains this momentum, he could achieve a remarkable victory and claim the world title.

With just four races remaining in the season, including bonus points for the sprint races in Brazil and Qatar, is it possible for McLaren to achieve this?

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Mexico Grand Prix Standings Update

11. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)

12. Franco Colapinto (Williams) Franco Colapinto drives for Williams.

13. Esteban Ocon (Alpine)

14. Valtteri Bottas (Sauber)

15. Zhou Guanyu (Sauber)

16. Liam Lawson (RB) Liam Lawson, who races for Red Bull, has made quite an impression in the world of motorsport. Known for his skills behind the wheel, he has shown tremendous potential in various competitions. As he continues to develop his talent, fans are eager to see how he will perform in the upcoming seasons.

17. Sergio Perez (Red Bull Racing)

Did Not Finish (DNF). Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)

Did Not Finish. Alex Albon (Williams)

Did Not Finish. Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull)

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Mexico Grand Prix Standings

The top ten competitors:

1. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)

2. Lando Norris (McLaren)

3. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)

4. Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)

5. George Russell (Mercedes)

6. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)

7. Kevin Magnussen (Haas)

8. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)

9. Nico Hulkenberg (Haas) Nico Hulkenberg, driving for Haas, has made a significant impact in the racing world. His experience and skill behind the wheel continue to impress fans and analysts alike. With a reputation for perseverance and talent, Nico remains a key player in the competitive environment of Formula 1.

10. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)

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