Mexico City Grand Prix
Race Weekend
- FP1 Fri, Oct 30 · 12:30 – Fri, Oct 30 · 13:30
- FP2 Fri, Oct 30 · 16:00 – Fri, Oct 30 · 17:00
- FP3 Sat, Oct 31 · 11:30 – Sat, Oct 31 · 12:30
- Qualifying Sat, Oct 31 · 15:00 – Sat, Oct 31 · 16:00
- Race Sun, Nov 1 · 14:00 – Sun, Nov 1 · 16:00
About the Circuit
The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez is a 4.304 km circuit in Mexico City that features 17 corners and has established itself as one of the more technically demanding venues on the Formula 1 calendar. The lap record of 1:17.774, set in 2021, reflects the circuit’s capacity for competitive racing across its varied sequence of corners and straights.
Mexico City’s circuit holds a significant place in the sport’s history, having hosted grands prix across multiple eras and drawing large, passionate crowds. Its return to the modern calendar has made it a fixture that drivers and teams approach with specific strategic and mechanical considerations given the circuit’s particular character and layout.
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Recent Mexico City Grand Prix Winners
- 1996 — Jacques Villeneuve (Williams)
- 1995 — David Coulthard (Williams)
- 1994 — Damon Hill (Williams)
- 1993 — Michael Schumacher (Benetton)
- 1992 — Nigel Mansell (Williams)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Mexico City Grand Prix 2026?
The 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026. The race start time is 14:00 local time.
Where is the Mexico City Grand Prix held?
The race is held at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, located in Mexico City, Mexico.
How long is the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez – Mexico City Grand Prix circuit?
The circuit measures 4.304 km per lap and contains 17 corners.
What is the lap record at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez?
The current lap record is 1:17.774, set in 2021.
When does the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix weekend begin?
The weekend begins on Friday, 30 October 2026, with the first practice session starting at 12:30 and the second at 16:00.
When is qualifying for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix?
Qualifying takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at 15:00 local time.
Who are the recent winners of the Mexico City Grand Prix?
Recent winners at this circuit include Jacques Villeneuve in 1996, David Coulthard in 1995, Damon Hill in 1994, Michael Schumacher in 1993, and Nigel Mansell in 1992. Williams was the dominant constructor across that period, winning four of those five races.
How many practice sessions are there during the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix weekend?
There are three practice sessions in total. FP1 and FP2 are held on Friday, 30 October, and FP3 takes place on Saturday, 31 October, at 11:30.
