# Pit Stop: Race Week in Mexico
## Episode Overview:
- Hosts Jake Boys and Fabio Bocca discuss the upcoming Mexican Grand Prix and share their excitement for Sergio Perez's home race.
- They acknowledge the importance of supporting Perez during this race and suggest putting him in their leaderboard to show solidarity.
- The conversation shifts to Perez's on-board footage, which revealed he cut corners 26 times during the United States Grand Prix, potentially resulting in 75 seconds of time penalties and an 11th-place finish.
- They discuss the backlash received by the FIA president regarding the potential addition of an 11th team to the grid, Andretti Autosport, and the controversy surrounding the team's involvement.
- The hosts then highlight Marta Garcia's move to Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine, a fully funded race seat, and her potential as a rising star in the racing world.
- They delve into the topic of driver retirements and analyze the statistics, revealing that Esteban Ocon has had seven retirements this season, the highest among drivers.
- The discussion moves to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones, emphasizing their Audio Magic Eraser tool, which helps eliminate distracting crowd noise during play-by-play commentary.
- They also mention the Apple Card, which offers unlimited daily cash back and the ability to grow savings in a high-yield savings account built into the Wallet app.
- The hosts mention the Columbia Sportswear's Omni Heat Infinity Collection, highlighting its warmth-reflecting technology for outdoor activities in cold weather.
- The conversation then turns to a video of Valtteri Bottas unleashing his anger on a piñata in the paddock, showcasing his intense competitive spirit.
- They speculate about Bottas's potential as an assassin due to his meticulous nature and quiet demeanor, likening him to a "silent killer" with a polar bear inside.
- The hosts express their excitement for the upcoming races, including the Mexican Grand Prix, the Brazilian Grand Prix, and the possibility of a special guest appearance.
- They address a listener's message criticizing their opinion on Daniel Ricciardo's performance, acknowledging the passion behind the message but standing by their assessment until proven wrong.
- The episode concludes with a discussion about Max Verstappen's entry into the 50-win club and the other drivers who have achieved this milestone: Sebastian Vettel, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Alain Prost.
- The hosts reminisce about watching the World Cup on a TV in primary school and express their belief that schools might do the same if a British Formula 1 driver were close to winning a championship.
**Predictions:**
* Jake predicts a Sergio Perez victory, followed by Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri, who is expected to have McLaren upgrades.
* Fabio agrees with Jake's prediction for Perez, but he places Lewis Hamilton in second and Max Verstappen in third.
* Both hosts express their desire to see McLaren perform well in the race.
**Other Topics Discussed:**
* The hosts reflect on Aston Martin's performance this season and speculate on the reasons behind their struggles.
* They mention rumors of Lawrence Stroll, Aston Martin's owner, considering selling the team.
* They discuss the possibility of Pitstop listeners coming together to purchase a Formula One team.
* They clarify that the race is officially called the Mexico City Grand Prix, not the Mexican Grand Prix.
* They express their excitement for the race and look forward to sharing their pre-race thoughts after qualifying.
**Conclusion:**
* The hosts wrap up the podcast by thanking their listeners and encouraging them to tune in to the next episode on Monday morning.
* They remind listeners that there is no sprint race this weekend, and the race will take place at 7 pm on Sunday, which is a convenient time for UK viewers.