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F1 Mexico GP: Max Verstappen tops FP2 with upgraded Red Bull, Oscar Piastri only 12th
Max Verstappen was fastest in second practice for the Mexico Grand Prix, driving Red Bull’s updated Formula 1 challenger, with championship leader Oscar Piastri down in 12th.
The Mexican Grand Prix is never short of drama, and Max Verstappen knows that all too well. The Dutchman heads back to Mexico City with no margin for error as he chases down his fifth title, and
Red Bull Racing have reportedly decided which driver will join sister team Visa Cash App Red Bull for the 2026 with one current Formula 1 star facing the axe. Over the years, Red Bull have been known for making ruthless decisions when it comes to their driver line-ups.
After the Dutch Grand Prix brought the campaign back into action following the summer break, Verstappen was 103 points behind World Championship leader Oscar Piastri. Four races later, that deficit stands at 40, and over the last couple of rounds, Red Bull have boasted the fastest car in the field.
Jacques Villeneuve has named four-time and reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou as the "perfect" driver to occupy the second Red Bull seat alongside Max Verstappen in 2026.