The Mexico Grand Prix is one of Formula 1’s most distinctive races. Held at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City, the event combines a fast opening sector, a long main straight, a famous stadium section, and one of the highest-altitude venues on the F1 calendar.
The race has produced champions, comeback victories, dramatic starts, emotional home crowds, and memorable podium celebrations. This guide covers Mexico Grand Prix results from the championship race’s first official appearance in 1963 through the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Latest Mexico Grand Prix Result: 2026
The 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix took place on November 1, 2026. Max Verstappen won for Red Bull, finishing ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli.
2026 podium
- Max Verstappen, Red Bull
- Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
- Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
Antonelli’s third-place finish was enough to secure his first Formula 1 World Championship. The result also made him the youngest world champion in F1 history, while Verstappen claimed his third win of the 2026 season.
Mexico Grand Prix Winners by Year
| Year | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Jim Clark | Lotus |
| 1964 | Dan Gurney | Brabham |
| 1965 | Richie Ginther | Honda |
| 1966 | John Surtees | Cooper |
| 1967 | Jim Clark | Lotus |
| 1968 | Graham Hill | Lotus |
| 1969 | Denny Hulme | McLaren |
| 1970 | Jacky Ickx | Ferrari |
| 1986 | Gerhard Berger | Benetton |
| 1987 | Nigel Mansell | Williams |
| 1988 | Alain Prost | McLaren |
| 1989 | Ayrton Senna | McLaren |
| 1990 | Alain Prost | Ferrari |
| 1991 | Riccardo Patrese | Williams |
| 1992 | Nigel Mansell | Williams |
| 2015 | Nico Rosberg | Mercedes |
| 2016 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
| 2017 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2018 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2019 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
| 2021 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2022 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2023 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 2024 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari |
| 2025 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 2026 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
The race was not held as a Formula 1 World Championship event in 1971–1985, 1993–2014, or 2020. The 2020 edition was cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Short History of the Mexico Grand Prix
The first Mexican Grand Prix meeting took place at the circuit now known as the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The championship race began in 1963, when Jim Clark won for Lotus.
Formula 1 returned to Mexico in 1986. Gerhard Berger won the comeback race for Benetton, beginning another period of racing at the circuit. After another long break, the event returned in 2015 under the name Mexico City Grand Prix, when Nico Rosberg won the first race of the modern era.
The Modern Mexico City Grand Prix Era
Max Verstappen won in 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2026. Lewis Hamilton won in 2016 and 2019. Carlos Sainz won in 2024, while Lando Norris took victory in 2025.
Drivers with the Most Mexico GP Wins
Max Verstappen is the most successful driver at the Mexico City event. Other multiple winners include Jim Clark, Alain Prost, Nigel Mansell, and Lewis Hamilton.
Sergio Pérez and Mexico’s Home Hero
Sergio Pérez has never won his home Formula 1 race, but he remains central to the event’s identity. Pérez became the first Mexican driver to finish on the Mexico City podium when he placed third in 2021. His popularity helped make the race even more special for local fans.
Why the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez Is So Challenging
High altitude
Mexico City sits more than 2,200 meters above sea level. The thinner air affects aerodynamic performance, engine cooling, braking, and the way teams set up their cars.
Long main straight
The circuit’s long run toward the opening corners creates overtaking opportunities, but it also makes qualifying position important.
The stadium section
The Foro Sol stadium section is one of the most famous areas on the F1 calendar. Fans surround the track, creating an intense atmosphere as the cars pass through the final part of the lap.
Cooling and tire management
Reduced air density can make cooling difficult, while the circuit’s slow corners and long straights place different demands on the tires.
Memorable Mexico GP Moments
Mexico has produced memorable moments including Verstappen’s repeated victories, Hamilton’s championship-era wins, Sainz’s 2024 success, Norris’s 2025 victory, and Antonelli’s 2026 title celebration.
The run from the start line to Turn 1 is long enough for drivers to build significant speed, creating opportunities for slipstreaming, late braking, and tense battles. The podium ceremony at the stadium is another defining part of the weekend.
What Makes the Mexico GP Special for Fans?
The Mexico City Grand Prix is more than a race. It is a full cultural event featuring music, food, colorful fan celebrations, and one of the loudest crowds in Formula 1.
The stadium section gives spectators an unusually close view of the cars. Fans can see drivers braking, rotating the cars, and accelerating away while thousands of people create a wall of sound around them. The Mexico City Grand Prix is scheduled to remain on the calendar through 2028.
Final Thoughts
Mexico Grand Prix results tell the story of several different Formula 1 eras. Jim Clark and Graham Hill represented the early championship years, Prost, Senna, and Mansell defined the return era, and Verstappen has become the modern record-holder at the circuit.
The latest result, Max Verstappen’s 2026 victory, was memorable for another reason: Kimi Antonelli became the youngest F1 world champion after finishing third.
From the high-altitude technical challenge to the stadium celebration, the Mexico City Grand Prix remains one of the most distinctive events in motorsport. For more beginner-friendly motorsport news, race results, and Formula 1 explainers, explore more articles on mmangla.com.
Editorial Note
Historical winners and recent race details were checked against official Formula 1 and FIA race-result materials available on November 2, 2026. The 2026 event was held on November 1, 2026, at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City.