UP NEXT - F1 Mexico GP: all you need to know
Formula 1 heads straight from Austin to the high-altitude challenge of the Mexico City Grand Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, one of the most unique and atmospheric races on the calendar.
The event takes place from 30 October to 1 November, with Sunday's race running over 71 laps of the 4.304 km circuit.
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CIRCUIT SPOTLIGHT
The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez sits more than 2 200 metres above sea level, making it the highest venue on the Formula 1 calendar.
The thin air reduces aerodynamic downforce and puts extra strain on cooling systems and power units, creating a fascinating engineering challenge for teams.
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Friday, 30 October. SS Motorsport, Motorsport Africa, Maximo 1
Practice 1: 8:25pm
Practice 2: 11:30pm
Saturday, 31 October. SS Motorsport, Motorsport Africa, Maximo 1
Practice 3: 7:15pm
Qualifying: 10:55pm
Sunday, 1 November. SS Motorsport, Motorsport Africa, Maximo 1
Race: 9:55pm
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WHAT TO WATCH
Long Main Straight Cars reach some of the highest speeds of the season thanks to the low air resistance and the 1.2 km run to Turn 1. Overtaking opportunities are plentiful.
The Stadium Section The circuit's famous final sector winds through a packed stadium, creating one of Formula 1's most spectacular atmospheres. The podium celebrations here are among the best in world motorsport.
Altitude Factor Teams run Monaco-level wings but generate Monza-level downforce because of the thin air. Cooling brakes, engines and drivers becomes a major challenge.
DRIVERS TO WATCH
Lando Norris arrives with confidence after winning the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen has historically excelled in Mexico, winning the race multiple times and mastering the unique conditions.
Kimi Antonelli could move a step closer to championship glory, with Mexico presenting another major opportunity in the title fight.
RACE PREDICTION
Expect a closely fought battle between Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull. The long straight rewards power and efficient drag levels, while the technical stadium section rewards driver precision.
Strategy, tyre management and cooling reliability could prove decisive.
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