Charles Leclerc Tops Mexico City GP Practice, Lewis Hamilton Hit by Technical Issue

Charles Leclerc dominated Friday practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix, setting the fastest time in both sessions to complete a practice double. The Ferrari driver’s pace at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez underlined the team’s strong form, but the day was not without concern as teammate Lewis Hamilton suffered a technical issue that curtailed his running. Hamilton’s problem, which the team is investigating, limited his track time and left him outside the top ten in the second session. With the high-altitude circuit demanding reliability and aerodynamic efficiency, Ferrari will be eager to resolve the issue before qualifying. Leclerc’s performance suggests the Scuderia could challenge for pole position, but Hamilton’s setback is a reminder that consistency will be crucial in the battle against rivals like Red Bull and McLaren. As teams analyze data overnight, all eyes will be on whether Ferrari can maintain this momentum and deliver a strong result on Sunday.