Max Verstappen claimed his sixth Mexico City Grand Prix victory on November 2, 2026, holding off Lewis Hamilton after a late safety car restart. Third place was enough for Kimi Antonelli to become the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history, securing the title with four grands prix remaining.
BBC Radio 5 Live commentator Harry Benjamin provided driver ratings for the weekend. Verstappen earned 9.5/10 for a superb Sunday drive from fifth on the grid, while Hamilton matched that score with a brilliant pole position and strong race pace. Antonelli received 9/10 for handling immense pressure and delivering a decisive move on Charles Leclerc after the red flag.
Leclerc was rated 7/10 after costly mistakes dropped him off the podium, while Lando Norris scored 7.5/10 despite losing places on the opening lap. Other notable ratings included Liam Lawson (8.5/10) for a strong recovery from the pit lane, and debutant Ryo Hirakawa (8.5/10) who impressed on short notice.
The race featured multiple penalties and incidents, with George Russell receiving a 10-second penalty for spinning Isack Hadjar, and Oscar Piastri penalized for a collision with Arvid Lindblad. Sergio Perez drove a spirited home race on his 300th Grand Prix start.
