Oscar Piastri expresses optimism after FP2 in Mexico City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 11:39 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Oscar Piastri of McLaren showed optimism during FP2 at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City. The driver noted that his car performed better at the high altitude than anticipated, despite a "messy" qualifying simulation. Piastri recognized the challenges posed by the thin air but found the overall pace competitive. He aims to improve his performance in subsequent sessions as he prepares for potential challenges from Ferrari, acknowledging their strength at this venue. Piastri highlighted that adaptations to the car were necessary due to the difficult grip conditions typical for this year's regulations.
- •Piastri felt McLaren managed altitude challenges well in FP2.
- •He acknowledged a problematic soft-tyre lap during his simulation.
- •Piastri anticipates tight competition among teams, particularly Ferrari.
- •The altitude effects include low downforce and engine cooling issues.
- •Piastri is focused on improving his mistakes for better positioning.
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Oscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude “better than I was expecting”
- 11:39 PMMotorsport.com — Oscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude “better than I was expecting”
"McLaren driver Oscar Piastri walks away from FP2 in Mexico City's circuit with optimism as he confirms his car coped better with the high altitude than he expected it to. This comes despite the driver having a "pretty messy" qualifying simulation. The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez circuit sits more than 2,200 metres above sea level. The thin air leaves teams running with very little downforce ...Keep reading
"The McLaren driver believes he has more to come after a “messy” soft-tyre lap in FP2
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 30, 2026, 11:39 PMOscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude “better than I was expecting”
The McLaren driver believes he has more to come after a “messy” soft-tyre lap in FP2
- Motorsport.comOct 30, 2026, 11:39 PMOscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude “better than I was expecting”
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri walks away from FP2 in Mexico City's circuit with optimism as he confirms his car coped better with the high altitude than he expected it to. This comes despite the driver having a "pretty messy" qualifying simulation. The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez circuit sits more than 2,200 metres above sea level. The thin air leaves teams running with very little downforce ...Keep reading
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