– Set the fastest lap with a 1m 20.707s.
The session was notable for its technical challenges and the inclusion of multiple young drivers: FIA Formula 1 2022: Mexico F1 GP Practice 1 - VidГ©o 5
The (FP1) highlights provide a comprehensive look at an action-packed session that set the stage for the weekend's competition at the high-altitude Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez . Session Performance & Results – Set the fastest lap with a 1m 20
: Five "rookie" drivers took part in FP1, including Liam Lawson (AlphaTauri), Logan Sargeant (Williams), Jack Doohan (Alpine), Nyck de Vries (Mercedes), and Pietro Fittipaldi (Haas). This practice session was a strong opening statement
This practice session was a strong opening statement for Ferrari, though the parity between the Red Bull drivers hinted at a tight battle for the race win. The high-altitude environment continued to be the session's "X-factor," impacting cooling and aerodynamic efficiency across the grid.
Ferrari dominated the timesheets, while Red Bull showed consistent pace in their home hero's backyard. FP1 Results :