McLaren Faces Disappointment in Mexico City Grand Prix Qualifying

The qualifying session for the Mexico City Grand Prix proved challenging for the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, with Lando Norris finishing in P6 and Oscar Piastri in P13 at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. This result marks the team's least favorable qualifying outcome of the 2026 season.

The day began positively, with Norris topping the final practice session and Piastri securing P4. However, during qualifying, both drivers faced difficulties. They progressed through Q1 without major issues, but Q2 was problematic for Piastri, who struggled with rear grip and was unable to advance. Norris initially performed well but faced setbacks in Q3, ultimately finishing three-tenths off pole position.

Looking ahead to the race, the team aims to leverage their strong long-run performance from practice. Despite the challenges of overtaking at the circuit, Norris is positioned to contend for a podium, while Piastri seeks to earn points. The team acknowledges the need to address the car's inconsistencies as they prepare for the remaining races of the season.