Verstappen to discuss engine braking issues with Red Bull ahead of Mexico City

Ahead of the race weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, the paddock's main talking point was how the 2026 power units would cope with the circuit, the highest on the Formula 1 calendar at 2,286 metres above sea level.

Several manufacturers were reported to have feared severe turbo lag, particularly now that the MGU-H is no longer part of the power unit design.

Max Verstappen has been linked with a need for a conversation with Red Bull's engine side over what he described as random engine braking issues.