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      Inside ‘bizarre’ Las Vegas Grand Prix hit by crippling strikes, fans wanting refunds and it could be coldest in history

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      FORMULA ONE will take over Las Vegas for the first time in over four decades next week.Over half a billion dollars has already been spent in a bid to make it the most attractive race on the calendar.
      The Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to take place later this monthCredit: Getty
      Over half a billion dollars has already been spent on the eventCredit: PA
      However, the past few weeks and months have presented conflict and controversy.
      With a crippling strike threatened and many unhappy fans already requesting refunds, the event has been thrown into chaos.
      Even the drivers aren’t entirely enthused by the prospect of racing through the streets of Sin City.
      While the Las Vegas GP has the potential to be the most glamorous race of the year, there is a huge risk that fans could leave disappointed and out of pocket.
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      And that may leave F1 in a whole heap of trouble.
      Strikes threatened
      Tens of thousands of hospitality workers in Vegas are said to be prepared to strike ahead of the race weekend.
      The Culinary and Bartenders Union have announced that 35,000 of its members across 18 local properties will initiate a strike if an adequate agreement is not reached with the casinos, hotels, and restaurants that employ them.
      The proposed strike by the state’s largest labour union would mark the first time in 10 years hospitality workers have gone on strike in Las Vegas.
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      Some hospitality workers are threatening to strikeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      It could also become the largest hospitality strike in the history of the US.
      According to the Associated Press, a union spokesperson has said that workers currently have health insurance and earn $26 per hour, but didn’t specify their desired pay increase.
      Between 40,000 and 60,000 employee contracts have expired, but they are still working while negotiations continue.
      Although the union has been negotiating with MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment and Wynn Resorts for the past seven months, a deal is yet to be agreed.
      Furious fans
      Some F1 fans are said to be “disgruntled” after analysis revealed huge reductions in Las Vegas hotel prices ahead of the Grand Prix.
      Research by Oversteer48 looked at the 22 biggest hotels on the iconic Vegas strip – where the race is set to take place – and compared recent prices to those from last year when the event was announced.
      Some hotels have dramatically dropped in priceCredit: Getty
      While one hotel has stuck with the same rates, the other 21 have reduced them by an average of 58 per cent.
      Contrary to the expectations of F1 chiefs, tickets for the weekend are yet to sell out which is why hotel prices have been slashed.
      Oversteer48’s Alex Gassman also reports that some fans have managed to secure compensation or have rebooked hotels.
      However, others have been left stuck with non-refundable bookings.
      Schedule issues
      The scheduling of the Las Vegas GP has also come into question.
      For the first time since 1985, the race will take place on Saturday evening as opposed to the standard Sunday format.
      Qualifying is set to start at 12am local timeCredit: Getty
      However, due to the time difference fans in the UK will be able to watch on Sunday morning.
      Qualifying for the Las Vegas GP will take place from 12am until 1am local time on Saturday November 18, while the race will start at 10pm.
      That means in the UK qualifying will start at 8am on Saturday morning, with lights out at the early time of 6am the following day.
      Some fans on social media have branded the timings as “bizarre”.
      The coldest race ever?
      Traditionally, F1 races take place in warm climates – but that certainly won’t be the case in Vegas.
      Due to the season and the late start times, it is set to be one of the coldest races in F1 history.
      Tires could prove to be an issue for all teamsCredit: Reuters
      The temperature will likely drop to between five and 10º C which could present several issues – especially with tires.
      F1 tires are designed to offer optimum grip at high temperatures.
      That means low temperatures will lead to a lack of grip on track, which could see some minor individual errors punished.
      That could prove very costly on a tight street track.
      Mixed opinions
      Not everyone is overly thrilled about the prospect of driving in Las Vegas – especially in November.
      Discussing the race, reigning world champion Max Verstappen said: “A lot colder. Street circuit, new for everyone. I think it will be full of surprises for sure.”
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      Meanwhile, former driver Bernie Ecclestone has heavily criticised the event.
      He said: “I’m not really looking forward to it. It has nothing to do with Formula One.”
      Max Verstappen isn’t too pleased about racing at night in VegasCredit: Getty More

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      What is Sergio Perez’s net worth?

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      SERGIO Perez is one of the biggest names in Formula One.And with sporting success comes fame and fortune – but what is Sergio’s salary and what is his estimated net worth? Here’s everything you need to know.
      Sergio Perez pictured with Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian HornerCredit: Getty
      Who is Sergio Perez?
      Sergio Perez, born January 26, 1990, in Guadalajara, Mexico, is a racing driver.
      He currently races in Formula One for Red Bull Racing.
      Fans of the F1 star will also know that Perez is affectionally known by the nickname ”Checo” in his home country.
      The sports star has previously driven for Sauber before making to move to McLaren.
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      However, his stay there was short with Perez switching to Force India – where he stayed for five years, taking five podiums before the team was sold and rebranded as Racing Point.
      And it was with Racing Point that he scored his first F1 victory.
      The next career move Perez made was to Red Bull Racing – signing on the dotted line in December for the 2021 season.
      His contract expires at the end of the 2024 season.
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      Aside from racing, the Red Bull driver’s has hinted at a career away from F1 after starring in a shock new music video.
      Perez starred as a taxi driver in ‘Por La Familia’ by Carin Leon and Borderkid, and was seen thrillingly driving Leon from an airport to a surrealist landscape.
      He eventually gets kitted out in Red Bull gear while the make-believe, flame-painted taxi travels to a pit stop at an isolated petrol station.
      Perez said: “Latin music is having a great time. People are enjoying it and it’s great to have our Latin music all around the world.
      “It’s great to have that in the F1 community and within the sport.”
      As of November 2023, Perez boasts a staggering 6.3million fans and followers on Instagram – where he shares smiling snaps from his latest sporting ventures.
      What is Sergio Perez’s salary at Red Bull?
      It’s the most expensive sport in the world – so it’s no surprise that Sergio Perez boasts an impressive bank balance.
      His net worth includes an eye-watering £8.3million salary.
      What is Sergio Perez’s net worth?
      In March 2023, we revealed the 10 drivers at the top of the Formula One rich list.
      Bagging a spot on the list thanks to his bank balance is Sergio Perez.
      Although he may not be the highest-paid driver on the grid, Perez has been amassing an impressive fortune since his debut in 2011.
      He has an estimated net worth of £62.4million – making him one of the richest athletes in the world.
      The Mexican also has investments and an incredible list of endorsement deals, including Ticel, Telmox, and Claro.
      Checo reportedly owns a multi-million dollar 15,000-square-foot mansion in Mexico and supercars including a Bugatti Chiron, which cost around £2million.
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      As well as the driver’s rich list, we have also revealed the richest people at the helm of F1 teams. 
      You can get up to speed on the F1 bosses fortunes and finances right here. More

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      What is Christian Horner’s net worth?

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      CHRISTIAN Horner has become a notable name in the world of Formula One.But who is he and has he always been involved in motorsports? From his impressive fortune to his family life – here’s everything you need to know.
      Christian Horner pictured in November 2023Credit: Getty
      Who is Christian Horner?
      Christian Horner, born November 16, 1973, in Leamington Spa, is a former British racing driver and the current Team Principal and CEO of the Red Bull Formula One team.
      Horner, who became the sports youngest Team Principal at just 31 years of age, has held this position since 2005.
      Principals are the face of their teams and the decision makers who come up with strategies to ensure the success of their drivers.
      He guided Red Bull to their first Constructors’ Championship in 2010 – the same season Sebastian Vettel won the Drivers’ Championship, becoming the youngest World Champion.
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      In 2013, Horner received an OBE for services to motorsport in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, after guiding the Red Bull team to three drivers’ and constructors’ championships in a row.
      At the time, Horner said: “I just feel very honoured and privileged to receive it.
      “To be in the company of men and women who have achieved such great things for the country is something very, very special.”
      Has Christian Horner always been involved in motorsports?
      Prior to landing the Team Principal position, Horner began his motorsports career behind the wheel.
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      The former driver rose through the racing ranks in the late 1990s and enjoyed spells in Formula Renault, British F3 and Formula Two – and even founded his own team.
      However, at the end of 1998 Horner opted to focus on the management side of motorsport and hung up his helmet.
      He then worked in team management before joining Red Bull in 2004 and ascending to the top within a year. 
      In addition to his role as Team Principal and CEO of Oracle Red Bull Racing, Christian is also an Ambassador for the Wings for Life charity.
      Established by late Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz and two-time motocross world champion Heinz Kinigadner, Wings for Life is dedicated to finding a cure for spinal cord injury.
      What is Christian Horner’s salary at Red Bull?
      As team principal of Red Bull since 2005, Christian Horner is the highest-paid team boss and has a salary of around £8.2million a year. 
      And he’s got the trophies to show for it, as he’s successfully led the team to nine world titles. 
      What is Christian Horner’s net worth?
      In March 2023, we took a look at the richest people at the helm of F1 teams – including Christian Horner.
      Horner is believed to be worth an estimated £41.4m.
      He has accumulated his fortune over the years through his motorsport career – providing him with fast cash to splash on impressive cars and luxury sun-soaked holidays.
      In February 2023, Horner was spotted eyeing up a a new model – a top-of-the-range £1.7m vintage Lamborghini.
      He was spotted checking out the 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400S RHD outside Fiskens historic car dealers in South Kensington, London.
      Just a couple of months prior, Horner shared a loved-up snap of himself and Geri soaking up some sun on the beach, looking back on 2022 and ahead to 2023.
      Is Christian Horner married?
      The Red Bull chief is used to living life in the fast lane when it comes to his career.
      But when it comes to his personal life, the Team Principal of the motorsport giants prefers a more quiet and slower existence away from the race track.
      He shares two stunning country homes with wife, Spice Girl Geri in Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire and their brood.
      The couple, who have been together since 2014, tied the knot on May 15, 2015, at St Mary’s Church in Woburn.
      The F1 boss bought his new wife Geri a £350,000 Aston Martin as a wedding gift.
      Does Christian Horner have any children?
      Christian Horner is stepdad to Geri’s daughter Bluebell Madonna.
      The couple also share a son together named Montague – who was born in January 2017.
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      Their son was born on the same day as her Spice Girl’s bandmate Emma Bunton, ironically nicknamed Baby Spice, celebrates her birthday.
      He also has another daughter, Olivia, from a previous relationship with ex-partner Beverley Allen. More

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      F1 star Sergio Perez hints at potential career change amid speculation over his Red Bull future

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      SERGIO PEREZ has hinted at a career away from F1 after starring in a shock new music video.The under-fire Red Bull driver is facing an uncertain future, having endured a difficult season on the grid.
      Sergio Perez featured in a music videoCredit: Rex
      The Mexican is second in the Drivers Championship but faces speculation about his future – even though the team are adamant he is staying for next season.
      Perez, 33, has struggled this term and is already 266 points behind team-mate, and runaway title leader, Max Verstappen in the standings.
      He was also recently criticised by Red Bull’s advisor Helmut Marko, who later apologised for his comments.
      But now, the F1 ace – who has long been in Verstappen’s shadow – has been raising his profile in the world of music.
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      Perez starred as a taxi driver in ‘Por La Familia’ by Carin Leon and Borderkid, and was seen thrillingly driving Leon from an airport to a surrealist landscape.
      Perez eventually gets kitted out in Red Bull gear while the make-believe, flame-painted taxi travels to a pit stop at an isolated petrol station.
      Perez said: “Latin music is having a great time. People are enjoying it and it’s great to have our Latin music all around the world.
      “It’s great to have that in the F1 community and within the sport.”
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      Meanwhile, when it comes to his day job, Perez is aiming to consolidate second place in the overall standings to give Red Bull a one-two finish.
      His contract expires at the end of the 2024 season.
      And to make matters worse for the man fighting for his future, he crashed out of his home Grand Prix following a collision with Charles Leclerc.
      But team boss Christian Horner has insisted that Perez is not going anywhere.
      Horner said: “We’re doing our best to support Checo and help him to find the form we know he is capable of and demonstrated earlier in the year.”
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      Max Verstappen’s race engineer admits ‘biggest fear’ he’s ‘not looking forward to’ after Red Bull’s dominant F1 season

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN’S race engineer has revealed what his biggest fear is in Formula One.Gianpiero Lambiase has been the three-time F1 champion’s engineer since he arrived at Red Bull in 2016.
      Max Verstappen has been with Gianpiero Lambiase since arriving at Red Bull in 2016Credit: Reuters
      Lambiase has revealed his biggest fear about the future of F1Credit: Getty
      F1 viewers will recognise his voice whenever Verstappen communicates with the paddock.
      Lambiase, nicknamed “GP”, has overseen all of the Dutchman’s 52 career wins, including a record-breaking 17 this season with another two races to go.
      However, that has not stopped relentless Verstappen from snapping at Lambiase a couple of times.
      The Belgian Grand Prix earlier this season saw Verstappen launch an X-rated rant at his engineer before apologising after the race.
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      But with the rest of the field always trying to close the gap, Lambiase has revealed he is not looking forward to seeing how Verstappen treats him when the pressure is really on.
      Speaking on the Talking Bull podcast with Verstappen next to him, British-Italian Lambiase said: “My biggest fear is the moment that we do have increased competition and we’re not winning every race.
      “Because, you see how he’s treating me at the moment and he’s winning every race! I’m really not looking forward to it.”
      The joke prompted laughter from Verstappen, who had earlier explained how he does not get bored of winning.
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      The 26-year-old said: “When do we get bored? Not winning. This motivates me every single day to come back here at the factory to prepare for the next races.
      “But also once you’re there, it’s the best feeling out there. So for me, it’s not boring at all.”
      With eight years under their belt together, they have a great working relationship and spend a lot of time together around the track.
      Indeed, in 2021 Verstappen threatened to quit the sport if Lambiase left F1.
      However, Lambiase explained that they do spend time away from one another in order to stay fresh.
      He said: “We’ve been together for eight seasons now. There are so many races and there’s so much time that you are forced to be together.
      “I think it would be unfair to expect Max to spend even more time with me or vice versa when he’s finally got a weekend off.”
      Verstappen added: “I come to the UK to do simulator stuff. Then I’m really happy to leave the UK to go back home.
      “Like GP says, we’re doing so many races together. It’s also nice to spend time with your close friends and family… when you have time.”
      Verstappen claimed another win at the Brazilian Grand Prix in what proved to be a nightmare weekend for 2021 title rival Lewis Hamilton.
      Hamilton has revealed he has given up booze in a bid to help him rediscover his race-winning form.
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      Although, given the struggles of the Mercedes W14 car, he could be waiting until 2024.
      The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix in two weeks is not likely to provide a lot of joy for Mercedes either due to their slow straight-line speed.
      Verstappen and Lambiase have worked together for eight yearsCredit: Getty
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      Lewis Hamilton and Russell have nightmare in Brazil Grand Prix as smile wiped off Mercedes’ face as Verstappen wins

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      THE smile was wiped off Mercedes’ faces after this shocker in Sao Paulo that should ring alarm bells in their Brackley HQ.In the run-up to this Sao Paulo Grand Prix, which was won by Max Verstappen – who else? – it was suggested the two good performances for the Silver Arrows in Austin and Mexico City would prove to be a false dawn.
      Max Verstappen won his 17th race of the seasonCredit: AFP
      Fernando Alonso beat Sergio Perez to third placeCredit: Rex
      They were all smiles for those weekends – as Lewis Hamilton finished second in both races – albeit being disqualified in the US for a technicality with his car.
      Hamilton too had said he was not “dazzled” by his team’s position as he watched Verstappen romp to the title.
      And this was another horror show, as they got it spectacularly wrong and proved they have their work cut out if they want to take the fight to Red Bull next season.
      Hamilton was eighth and George Russell – who won this race last year to give the team some motivation for 2023 – was told to retire the car on lap 58 of 71.
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      It was a shocker for the former world champions, who look shadows of their former selves and again raises doubts if they will ever be able to catch Red Bull.
      If he were a manager of a Premier League football club, the dreadful form over the past two seasons would have Merc boss Toto Wolff facing the axe.
      Of course, F1 is a different beast altogether and the Austrian – who last week said he was interested in investing in Manchester United – is a three-way owner of the Mercedes F1 team.
      There was drama before the race had even started as Charles Leclerc crashed on his way to the grid.
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      Charles Leclerc crashed out during the formation lapCredit: AFP
      The Ferrari man was due to start in second place but suffered a hydraulic failure and crashed into the barriers.
      Leclerc was left crushing his luck and said over the radio: “I lost the hydraulics. Why the f*** am I so unlucky?”
      When the race got underway, there was a smash heading into Turn One as Alex Albon was caught in the middle of a Haas sandwich.
      The Williams man was pinched by Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg, who clipped his car and sent him crashing into the barriers.
      Magnussen’s car also went into the rear of Oscar Piastri’s McLaren, breaking his rear wing.
      The multi-car accident saw the stewards red-flag the race and there was a 25 minute delay while they swept up the debris and repaired the barriers.
      Kevin Magnussen and Alex Albon crashed out before Turn OneCredit: Splash
      Verstappen again got away cleanly for the second start and this time there were no further accidents as the remaining 17 cars made it round unscathed.
      Fernando Alonso pulled off an excellent overtake on Hamilton to move into third and drop the Mercedes man to fourth, one spot ahead of Russell.
      And it caused a headache for the Mercedes pitwall as Russell started to make it clear that he was quicker than the seven-time world champion.
      Russell made a series of pointed remarks over the team’s radio. At one point it was explicitly clear.
      He said: “Either I need to overtake or he needs to manage more through there.”
      Russell was a sitting duck as Sergio Perez was first to pass him. And then Lance Stroll.
      Carlos Sainz and then Pierre Gasly. And then Esteban Ocon. It was an alarming drop for the man from Kings’ Lynn, who was eventually told to stop due to overheating problems.
      Hamilton too was passed one after the other and left him down in the timesheets and looking unlikely that he will pip Perez to second in the drivers’ championship.
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      Verstappen’s 17th win of the year was routine while Lando Norris continued his excellent run of form with a brilliant second-place.
      While Alosno overtook Perez on the final lap in what was a thrilling battle for the final place on the podium.
      Fernando Alonso’s late efforts secured him third placeCredit: AP
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      Lewis Hamilton bounces back from US GP disqualification to finish second in Mexico but yet again trails champ Verstappen

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      LEWIS HAMILTON’S end-of-season revival continued with a second-place finish in Mexico.The Brit, who was second the previous weekend in Austin at the US GP — only to be disqualified for a worn skid-block — was again the best-of-the-rest behind winner Max Verstappen.
      Max Verstappen claimed his 16th win of the seasonCredit: Reuters
      However the Dutchman was left fuming with race control at one pointCredit: Getty
      Lewis Hamilton finished secondCredit: AFP
      Kevin Magnussen’s fiery crash led to a red flag
      The Dutchman has now won 16 of this season’s 19 races in a relentless display of crushing domination.
      But there are green shoots of optimism in the Mercedes garage that maybe next year the team will be fighting him for victories.
      Verstappen’s victory came as his team-mate Sergio Perez suffered a first-lap crash that left him fighting for his Red Bull future.
      And Haas’ Kevin Magnussen had a 140mph shunt into the barriers that saw the race stopped as marshals fixed them.
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      Verstappen made a great start and split the two Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, who started ahead of him, as they powered into turn one.
      He started to inch ahead while his team-mate Perez tried a bold move down the left-hand side of the track.
      But there was not enough room for the Mexican, too late on the brakes, leaving Leclerc with nowhere to go.
      The Ferrari man was squeezed by Perez and the front wing pierced the Red Bull, ripping open the bodywork and sending the Mexican bouncing into the run-off area, sparking a huge collective groan from the home fans.
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      He did limp back to the pits but his team decided to retire his car.The incident left Leclerc with a damaged front wing which played into Verstappen’s hands as he pulled out a 1.5-second lead by the end of the first lap.
      Ferrari were the last of the front runners to pit and, when Leclerc stopped for fresh tyres on lap 32, Verstappen had amassed a whopping 17-second lead.
      But this race was flipped on its head on lap 33 when Magnussen slammed into the barriers when his rear suspension broke.
      Magnussen climbed from his cockpit with a sore wrist but the stewards red-flagged the race to repair the barriers.
      Fuming Verstappen snapped over the team’s radio: “That’s a joke! Red flag for what? I saw the car was a bit on fire but it’s already all cleared.”
      The stewards opted for a standing restart but Verstappen shot away from the chasing pack as Hamilton took his time to size up a move on Leclerc.
      The seven-time world champion took his opportunity on lap 40 into turn one, taking advantage of the DRS to breeze past the Ferrari and into second place.
      However, Hamilton was no match for Verstappen’s pace as the Red Bull man left the rest of the field for dust.
      Lando Norris produced the drive of the day with a sensational performance from 17th to fifth.
      Like Mercedes’ improved performance, McLaren’s late form has been one of the talking points of the season.
      Meanwhile, Perez’s DNF will only turn up the heat on speculation that he could get the boot at the end of the year — despite Red Bull insisting they will stick with him.
      The Mexican said: “I had a tremendous start and the gap was there.“I would be really disappointed being on the podium knowing I had a chance for the lead and did not take it.
      “I totally went for it. I am very sad with the result but on the other side, I am really proud of myself because I went for it.”
      His team-mate Verstappen said: “It’s been incredible. Of course Checo retired on Lap 1 but the crowd stayed and they have been amazing. Incredible.
      “We are experiencing an incredible season. Today, we started P3 but the pace of the car was very, very good.
      “We tried to do a different strategy to everyone else but unfortunately with the red flag we couldn’t show it, but nevertheless with the hard tyres we were very strong.”
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      Hamilton said after the race: “I feel fresh, we weren’t having to push crazy hard out there. But this is a great result considering we started sixth.
      “Really proud of the team. This is a really difficult couple of weeks and to bounce back after a difficult weekend last weekend with the end result, this is really well done.” More

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      Lewis Hamilton admits F1 rival Sergio Perez in ‘difficult environment’ with Red Bull ‘not helping him at all’

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      LEWIS HAMILTON says he feels Sergio Perez has been put in a “difficult environment” because he does not have the full backing of everyone in his team.Hamilton was quizzed by Fox Sports ahead of this weekend’s Mexico Grand Prix with pressure forming on Red Bull’s Mexican driver.
      Sergio Perez has endured a difficult season at Red BullCredit: Reuters
      Lewis Hamilton believes the Red Bull driver has not had the full backing of his teamCredit: AP
      Perez was recently criticised by Red Bull’s advisor Helmut Marko, who apologised for his comments towards him.
      Perez, 33, is second in the drivers’ championship but faces uncertainties about his future even though the team are adamant he IS staying for next season.
      Hamilton has now waded in and said: “I think that his team is not helping him at all.
      “I know that Red Bull is made up of many members, but there are people who affect him psychologically and do not support him.
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      “If I heard such negative things about myself every weekend it would be very difficult.
      “So he is in a very complicated environment for him, but I think he knows how to deal with it.
      “I haven’t experienced exactly something like what Sergio is going through, but as a driver I understand the psychological and mental pressures.
      “It is something very heavy that falls on you and it is very difficult to explain it in words.
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      “I think he has great support around him, he is taking care of himself very well.
      “I was very excited for him at the beginning of the season, because he was driving so well.
      “I even think that at some point he led the drivers’ championship and I thought ‘we are finally seeing the best of Checo’, but it is a very long year and a very long season.
      “This is a very demanding sport, but what I can highlight most about Perez is that he always recovers, gets up and keeps trying.
      “Something I can assure you is that Mexico is going to show itself this weekend.
      “When I was at Silverstone I was very motivated and it will surely be something that will happen to him.”
      Meanwhile, Max Verstappen says he has employed bodyguards this week to help him navigate a “really, really busy” paddock at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
      Hamilton has a similar figure who helps him navigate the crowds at each GP.
      When asked about it in Mexico, Verstappen, 25, said: “I mean, why not?
      “I have a bit more security here. But there are always a few countries around the world where it’s very busy, also here in the paddock.
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      “For example, last year, it was really, really busy to get from your hospitality to the garage.
      “And it just helps also to make it a little bit smoother on track, off track, travel from your hotel, and stuff like that. [But] I feel very safe.” More