Organisers of the Mexican Grand Prix say this year’s event will be “even more significant” in the wake of two devastating earthquakes to hit the country in recent weeks.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the country on Tuesday, with the epicentre close to the capital, Mexico City, resulting in the loss of life of over 230 people.
The disaster came a month after an 8.1 magnitude quake struck the south of the country, killing 90 people.
The Mexican Grand Prix will take place at the end of October after two separate inspections were completed, with no damage detected at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, located in Mexico City.
“Our priority at the moment is the recovery of the city,” said Federico Gonzalez, Managing Director of the Mexican Grand Prix.
“We are united with the individuals and families affected by this situation.
“The Mexican spirit of humanity and determination are a force to be reckoned with and it’s heartening to this in action across the city.
“As demonstrated during the two most recent editions of the Mexico Grand Prix, when the Mexican people come together we achieve incredible things.
“At this moment, we are all united and working together making sure we get through this.
“We want to reach out to the international community and seek their support over the coming weeks and months, there are lots of ways people can help.
“We deeply appreciate all the support and affection already demonstrated from all over the world.
“We have been very lucky. We have examined the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, and we can confirm that the track has suffered no damage and is in optimum condition ahead of the race.”
Force India’s Sergio Pérez has pledged over £100,000 to a relief fund, set up in the aftermath of the earthquake.
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