What happened: Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has spoken for the first time since the team replaced Esteban Ocon with reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa for the remainder of the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend. Hirakawa makes his F1 debut in the swap.

Why it matters: Ocon was already set to leave: Haas signed Ferrari junior Rafael Camara to a multi-year deal for 2027, taking Ocon's seat. Oliver Bearman gets a new teammate for qualifying and the race.

What to watch: Hirakawa's first competitive sessions come in qualifying and the race.