Charles Leclerc completed a Friday practice double at the Mexico City Grand Prix, finishing just over a tenth clear of McLaren's Lando Norris. Mercedes' George Russell rounded out the top three. A total of 10 drivers sat out the opening session to make way for rookie drivers. Kimi Antonelli was a tenth down on Russell in fourth, with the young driver needing only to finish ninth on Sunday to become Formula 1's youngest-ever world champion.
Lewis Hamilton suffered a technical failure late in his push lap, leaving him 11th and ending his session early. Max Verstappen was three tenths off the pace in fifth after sitting out first practice. A bizarre collision between Verstappen and Liam Lawson caused a red flag, with both Red Bull siblings facing stewards' inquiry. Oscar Piastri endured a disappointing day, managing only 10th, more than half a second behind Norris. Fernando Alonso finished 12th within eight tenths of Leclerc for Aston Martin.
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