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Oscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude better than expected

Oscar Piastri: McLaren handled Mexico altitude better than expected
World Sports · 20:06:23 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri said the team handled the high altitude of the Mexico Grand Prix better than he anticipated. Piastri noted that the car's performance at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez exceeded his expectations.

The circuit's high altitude reduces aerodynamic downforce and engine power, making preparation crucial. Piastri's comments suggest McLaren's approach was effective.

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