Antonelli believes Mercedes had more potential in Mexico Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli qualified P6 for the Mexico City Grand Prix, admitting he felt there was "a little bit more" potential from his Mercedes despite showing promising pace in Friday's practice sessions. The young Italian struggled to find rhythm in Q1 and Q2, ultimately finishing over half a second behind pole-sitter Lando Norris. Meanwhile, Mercedes teammate George Russell will start P4, ahead of Antonelli but behind the surprisingly fast Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. Russell expressed confidence in their race pace and is eyeing strategic opportunities, particularly with the Ferraris, to gain positions during the crucial Turn 1 on Lap 1 and throughout the race.