Watch the official highlights from the opening session at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez: FP1 Highlights: 2022 Mexico City Grand Prix F1• Oct 28, 2022 FP1 Standings and Key Results
Early data analysis suggested a clear battle of strengths between the top teams. Ferrari demonstrated superior performance in high and low-speed corners, while Red Bull maintained a significant top-speed advantage on the long Mexican straights. Red Bull lost the majority of their lap time to Ferrari under braking into Turn 1, indicating potential areas for adjustment before qualifying. LIVE: F1 2022 Mexican Grand Prix Free Practice 1
Sainz Tops the Timesheets: 2022 Mexico City GP FP1 Review The first practice session for the 2022 Mexico City Grand Prix concluded with Ferrari showing strong early pace, as Carlos Sainz led a 1-2 finish for the Scuderia. The session was particularly notable for a heavy presence of young talent, with five rookie drivers taking to the track to fulfill team testing requirements.
Carlos Sainz set the benchmark with a 1m 20.707s, narrowly edging out teammate Charles Leclerc .
Drivers grappled with the unique high-altitude conditions of the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez , which reduces downforce by roughly 20%.