Lewis Hamilton Clinches Ferrari’s First Pole at Mexico City Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton has taken the front‑row spot for Ferrari at the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to pole for the Scuderia on the street circuit since the team’s return to the sport in 2019. Per Formula 1, the 39‑year‑old British champion edged out teammate Charles Leclerc by 0.017 seconds in a blistering qualifying session that saw the cars battle for every millisecond on the 3.7‑kilometre track.

The result is historic on more than one level. It is Hamilton’s 103rd career pole, and it is Ferrari’s first pole position since the 2019 season, when Sebastian Vettel topped the grid at the Italian GP. The win also marks Ferrari’s first front‑row appearance in Mexico City since 2012, when Felipe Massa and Fernando Alonso were the fastest. The 2024 season has seen the Italian outfit struggle for pace, but Hamilton’s performance suggests a significant step forward in the car’s development.

In his post‑session comments, Hamilton expressed genuine excitement, saying the pole felt “special” and that the team’s progress was “really encouraging.” He praised the engineers for the car’s handling and the team’s strategy, noting that the Ferrari’s performance had been steadily improving over the course of the season. Formula 1’s coverage highlighted that Hamilton’s experience and the car’s newfound competitiveness could make the Mexican GP a pivotal battle for the championship.

For Indian fans, the race will be broadcast live on FanCode from 8:00 p.m. IST, with commentary in Hindi and English. The Mexican GP starts at 3:00 p.m. local time (8:00 p.m. IST), so you can tune in to see whether Hamilton can convert his pole into a race win and whether Ferrari’s resurgence continues. Don’t miss the action on FanCode’s live stream, where you’ll also find expert analysis and behind‑the‑scenes footage.

Source: Formula 1