The 2023 Mexican Grand Prix was marked by the early elimination of Sergio Pérez, who was involved in an incident with Charles Leclerc in the opening laps of the race. Pérez, starting from the fifth position, had a brilliant start that took him to third place, but contact with Leclerc forced him off the track and caused damage to his car that resulted in his premature retirement.
Pérez's performance this season has been disappointing, with multiple results outside the points and only a fourth place finish at the Miami Grand Prix as a highlight. Despite fans' expectations to see Pérez succeed in his home country, the races have been tough for the Mexican driver.
With the retirement in Mexico, Pérez is lagging in the drivers' championship, far behind his teammate Max Verstappen and other competitors from teams like McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes. Pérez's performance at the Mexican Grand Prix has historically been challenging for Mexican drivers, with few managing to reach the podium in the race.
Fans in Mexico have always supported Pérez, hoping to see him achieve success in his homeland. Despite rumors of possible changes at Red Bull for the next season, Pérez has expressed his commitment to fulfilling his contract. His goal remains to achieve good results in the remaining races of the season and improve his performance on the track. The energy of the Mexican fans continues to be a boost for the driver in his quest for better performance in the upcoming races.
