Poll: Official 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix Race Thread - Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez - Race 20/24

Rate the XE race out of ten

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Mexican Grand Prix - Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez

Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, located in the heart of Mexico City, is one of the most iconic circuits in motorsport history. Originally opened in 1962 and named in honor of legendary Mexican racing brothers Ricardo and Pedro Rodríguez, the track has hosted numerous thrilling events, including the Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix, FIA World Endurance Championship, and Formula E.

Renowned for its high altitude, which challenges both drivers and machines, and its unique layout that winds through the Foro Sol stadium section, the circuit delivers a racing experience unlike any other—where fans’ passion and energy create an electrifying atmosphere.

Whether you’re captivated by the roar of F1 engines or the vibrant spirit of Mexican motorsport, a visit to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez offers an unforgettable blend of speed, history, and culture.

Mexican Grand Prix - Weekend Schedule

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Channel 4 Highlights

Sunday 26th October 2025 - Qualifying Highlights - 01:55 & 09:00
Monday 27th October 2025 - Grand Prix Highlights - 00:30 & 09:40

Mexican Grand Prix - Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Circuit Map

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Mexican Grand Prix - Weather Forecast

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Mexican Grand Prix - Previous Highlights
2025 Teams & Driver Standings

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Because of the high altitude and the air being that much thinner and less dense, drs has much less of a effect because of the lower drag, even though they use a high downforce setup.
Thus I'm not sure how much stronger their cars will be because the Mclaren drs effect has been very strong in other races.
Having said the the McLaren's have had low tyre degradation compared to the other teams but whether that is an advantage with this low grip track I feel remains to be seen.
 
Not always a great race, but I rather like Mexico: that section through the stadium is just epic. McLaren really need to put together a good weekend here to kill off Max's momentum before they're under real threat, and going by last year it should be a decent track for them. A repeat Ferrari win would be cool too.
 
Mr Jack said:
Not always a great race, but I rather like Mexico: that section through the stadium is just epic. McLaren really need to put together a good weekend here to kill off Max's momentum before they're under real threat, and going by last year it should be a decent track for them. A repeat Ferrari win would be cool too.
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No thanks - don't need team mid winning the WDC. Would take a Charles victory though.
 
This was the race last year where Max embarrassed himself with his driving standards wasn't it. Oof. Double 10 second time penalty. I can see him getting desperate again as he really needs to win every race to have a chance at the title.
 
SoliD said:
With him coming from behind I don't think he will be quite as stupid, very different way to race when you can't risk a DNF.
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I honestly don't think he ever thinks about it - but if anything the McLaren boys can't afford a DNF more. If he goes for a divebomb move they'll likely be forced to give him the space unfortunately.
 
Scam said:
I honestly don't think he ever thinks about it - but if anything the McLaren boys can't afford a DNF more. If he goes for a divebomb move they'll likely be forced to give him the space unfortunately.
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In reality, only one of them needs a no DNF finish to the season.. especially if the other DNF's against Max and he gets a DNF at the same time..

or actually.. they could both have one, if when they each do it they can take Max out at the same time.. Maybe that's what they mean by papaya rules :)
 
SimonRigga said:
or actually.. they could both have one, if when they each do it they can take Max out at the same time.. Maybe that's what they mean by papaya rules :)
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I was trying to do some mental arithmetic to decide if there would ever be a point where both Mclaren drivers could still technically win the WDC but the threat of Max was becoming too real. Would they step in to force one of the drivers into a 'hold up Max' strategy to ensure that a Mclaren drivers wins the WDC rather than a RB driver? And imagine if Max was close enough to win the championship if they both DNF'd the last race and they are still racing for P1 and P2 between them :eek:
 
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Is it still theoretically possible for Russell to win the drivers' championship? The top three would have to DNF every race, I assume.
 
I'm gonna be optimistic and say it'll be a good race.

As a Lando fan it will be exciting anyway, that's for sure. Singapore wasn't a classic but it was tense insofar as not wanting a mechnical DNF if anything, and that made it exciting even in that sense.

Not sure I ever remember an SC here but that might spice things up if there is one.
 
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