04:02Argentinian racing fans flocked to Mexico City on Sunday for the Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix, as Franco Colapinto became the first Argentine driver in 23 years to compete in the sport - and make his debut in Latin America.
Footage captured fans celebrating as they walked with Argentinian flags, and entered the race track venue.
"The first day was a great emotion. Now when there was a crash and I didn't know which driver it was, I almost died. I cried, I trembled; it was an incredible emotion. I am super proud of Franco, of what he is achieving, a young boy, and a boy who is characterised by being natural, by being affectionate, by being polite. That also gives all of us young people a lot to learn," said Carolina Rocabado.
Nicolas Caseses, another devoted fan, highlighted the nation’s passion for sports, emphasising that whenever an Argentinian athlete is competing, the nation rallies behind them.
“I have a great time every time I come. It is the fourth year. Whether it is Colapinto or Checo or some Latin American, I continue supporting," he said.
Another fan added that they were "watching the best thing that could have happened to me in life."
Spanish driver Carlos Sainz claimed victory after completing 71 laps, while Colapinto, racing for the Williams team, finished in 12th position. The Argentinian is the first driver from the country to compete since Gastón Hugo Mazzacane in 2001.
Drive of his life - Argentine fans celebrate Franco Colapinto's Mexican Grand Prix debut
Argentinian racing fans flocked to Mexico City on Sunday for the Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix, as Franco Colapinto became the first Argentine driver in 23 years to compete in the sport - and make his debut in Latin America.
Footage captured fans celebrating as they walked with Argentinian flags, and entered the race track venue.
"The first day was a great emotion. Now when there was a crash and I didn't know which driver it was, I almost died. I cried, I trembled; it was an incredible emotion. I am super proud of Franco, of what he is achieving, a young boy, and a boy who is characterised by being natural, by being affectionate, by being polite. That also gives all of us young people a lot to learn," said Carolina Rocabado.
Nicolas Caseses, another devoted fan, highlighted the nation’s passion for sports, emphasising that whenever an Argentinian athlete is competing, the nation rallies behind them.
“I have a great time every time I come. It is the fourth year. Whether it is Colapinto or Checo or some Latin American, I continue supporting," he said.
Another fan added that they were "watching the best thing that could have happened to me in life."
Spanish driver Carlos Sainz claimed victory after completing 71 laps, while Colapinto, racing for the Williams team, finished in 12th position. The Argentinian is the first driver from the country to compete since Gastón Hugo Mazzacane in 2001.
Argentinian racing fans flocked to Mexico City on Sunday for the Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix, as Franco Colapinto became the first Argentine driver in 23 years to compete in the sport - and make his debut in Latin America.
Footage captured fans celebrating as they walked with Argentinian flags, and entered the race track venue.
"The first day was a great emotion. Now when there was a crash and I didn't know which driver it was, I almost died. I cried, I trembled; it was an incredible emotion. I am super proud of Franco, of what he is achieving, a young boy, and a boy who is characterised by being natural, by being affectionate, by being polite. That also gives all of us young people a lot to learn," said Carolina Rocabado.
Nicolas Caseses, another devoted fan, highlighted the nation’s passion for sports, emphasising that whenever an Argentinian athlete is competing, the nation rallies behind them.
“I have a great time every time I come. It is the fourth year. Whether it is Colapinto or Checo or some Latin American, I continue supporting," he said.
Another fan added that they were "watching the best thing that could have happened to me in life."
Spanish driver Carlos Sainz claimed victory after completing 71 laps, while Colapinto, racing for the Williams team, finished in 12th position. The Argentinian is the first driver from the country to compete since Gastón Hugo Mazzacane in 2001.