5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the Mexico City GP

The Mexico City Grand Prix promises another action-packed weekend after Austin, with the championship battle intensifying. Max Verstappen significantly closed the gap to Oscar Piastri to just 40 points, putting pressure on McLaren to rebound. Ferrari showed promising pace in Austin and hopes to continue its strong form in Mexico, a venue where they excelled last year. The high-altitude Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez presents unique challenges for car performance and cooling. Furthermore, several rookies, including Jak Crawford, Luke Browning, and home hero Pato O’Ward, are set for FP1 debuts. Off-track, a €50,000 Red Bull fine stemming from a pit lane incident involving McLaren's grid tape adds spice to the rivalry.