Verstappen had a chance of second taken away at the end of the Mexico City Grand Prix. Here's the explanation.

Max Verstappen’s sensational recovery may have stirred up enthusiasm in the paddock, but Charles Leclerc doubts he can actually beat the McLarens to the title

A virtual safety car at the end of the Mexican Grand Prix prompted a gleeful response from Charles Leclerc, who was under pressure from F1 champion Max Verstappen. Leclerc was involved in the chaotic start to the Mexican GP, where he went four abreast into Turn 1 with Verstappen, Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton for the lead.

Charles Leclerc converted second on the grid into second at the chequered flag, at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Charles Leclerc burst out laughing on the radio, taunting Max Verstappen as he knew that the Dutchman would be unable to fight him on the final lap of the Mexican Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver came under attack during the closing laps, but held on for second place.

Charles Leclerc has lavished praise on his Ferrari team after what he described as a well-executed weekend to finish second in Mexico City.

AUSTIN – Max Verstappen continued his late-season charge up the 2025 Formula One drivers’ championship standings with a commanding win at the United States Grand Prix, leading every lap from pole and crossing the line ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris and Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc.

Oscar Piastri hopes his past experiences can help him in the F1 championship as he prepares for the Mexican Grand Prix.

Currently, Oscar Piastri leads Lando Norris by 14 points. However, Red Bull star and reigning champion Max Verstappen is threatening to take the title away from McLaren. Having trailed by more than 100 points before the summer break, the Dutchman has cut the gap to Piastri to just 40 points after winning three out of the last four races.

Verstappen’s taste of Ferrari glory came in the Italian auto manufacturer’s 296 GT3 car at the legendary Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany. The Dutchman teamed up with British racer Chris Lulham to represent Emil Frey Racing at the four-hour event.

Max Verstappen looks to be the driver to beat at the Mexico City Grand Prix after ending Friday on top; Oscar Piastri has work to do after a disappointing second practice; watch final practice on Saturday at 6.