Grand Prix of Mexico. Return of the race to the calendar of "Formula 1"

The good news for all Latin American fans of "Formula 1" was the return of the stage to Mexico after a long break. In 2015, the race in this country again returned to the calendar. Such a decision has been brewing for a long time, since there is a good track here. But the important role was played by the debut in the royal racing of the Mexican Sergio Perez in 2011. In this regard, increased interest in racing in this country. The Grand Prix of Mexico did not disappoint either the audience or the riders themselves.

History of Grand Prix

Autodrome in Mexico was built in 1959, but the first Grand Prix took place only three years later. The race in that year ended in a real tragedy: the Mexican Ricardo Rodriguez crashed into an accident. The president of the country decided to call the race track the name of the deceased pilot. His brother also participated in the races. In 1970, Pedro Rodriguez finished sixth on this track. But a year later he also died during the race in Germany. The track was again renamed in honor of the two brothers who were killed.

From 1971 to 1986, "Formula 1" Grand Prix of Mexico did not conduct. In 1987 Nigel Mansell became the winner, he managed to repeat his success again, in 1992. Alan Prost won twice here. In 1992, the last race of the Grand Prix of Mexico took place before a long break.

A huge role in the return of "Formula 1" in this country was played by billionaire Carlos Slim. It is to him in many respects due to his career Sergio Perez and Esteban Gutierrez.

Features of the race

It was predicted that about 180 thousand spectators will visit the circuit in the race weekend. And this is not surprising, as among the inhabitants of the country is very popular "Formula". The Grand Prix of Mexico actually gathered a huge audience, many came to see their compatriot Sergio Perez. The driver himself said that the return of "Formula 1" to his homeland is an indication that the country has achieved something. He saw this event as an opportunity to show the world what his state is and what it is capable of.

The peculiarity of the route is that it is new. Autodrome is at high altitude above sea level. An important factor is weather conditions. The climate in Mexico is hot. High temperatures were also expected in the race weekend, so an important issue was the degree of tire wear.

"Formula 1": Grand Prix of Mexico (2015)

In 2015, the long-awaited stage of "Formula 1" in Mexico took place. As the main favorites here came Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg from the team "Mercedes", Sebastian Vettel of the "Ferrari". A huge desire to perform well was Sergio Perez, for whom the race at home was very important. The qualification of the Grand Prix of Mexico confirmed that the main contenders for the victory are the pilots of the Mercedes. Rosberg won the pole, Hamilton showed the second time, and the third was Vettel. His team-mate Kimi Raikkonen did not go to the third segment. But for Peres, the qualification of the Grand Prix of Mexico has developed quite successfully: he made his way to the last segment. This allowed him to count on getting into the zone in the race.

The Mexican Grand Prix became very successful for the Mercedes pilots: they finished in the leading positions. First saw the checkered flag of Nico Rosberg, followed by Lewis Hamilton. But the team was surprised by tire wear, which was more than previously thought. There was even another pit stop. This caused discontent with Hamilton, who believed that another stop in the boxes was optional. A good race was conducted by the Finnish pilot Valtteri Bottas. Thanks to a competent strategy, the rider was able to climb to third place.

What else pleased the audience with "Formula 1"? The Grand Prix of Mexico was a real failure for the pilots of the "Ferrari". Both drivers left the stage. Vettel first had a puncture, and then completely refused the brakes, he crashed into the bump and did not do without a medical machine. Such exciting races and win popularity around the world, "Formula 1". The Grand Prix of Mexico can be clearly entered into an active team of Red Bull. Racers could take 4 and 5 places. Peres on the home track managed to finish only the eighth.

"Formula 1": Grand Prix of Mexico. Impressions of the riders

The pilots were impressed by the atmosphere, they were amazed by the fans, who are keen on car racing and understand them. Throughout the weekend, pilots received a huge fan support. The winner of the race Nico Rosberg said that for him this is the best podium in his career. He even felt like a rock star when a huge crowd screamed his name. Lewis Hamilton noted that for fans a huge passion is "Formula 1". The Grand Prix of Mexico has developed quite successfully for him, although he stressed that it is impossible to go right next to another car.

Daniel Riccardo said that the parade of pilots was amazing, the fans were very warmly welcomed. He was very pleased to come to where the "Formula 1" becomes a real show. Despite the fact that for Sergio Perez, the race was not the best way, he noted that it was an incredible week for him, here he received many unforgettable impressions.

The race in Mexico was very interesting, the atmosphere was amazing. The pilots were able to arrange a real show, and the audience thanked them for their support and warm reception. Each driver could feel like a real Mexican.