Mexican Grand Prix Winners 1963-2024

The Mexican Grand Prix is one of the most iconic and challenging races on the Formula 1 calendar, held at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City, at an elevation of 2,240 meters — the highest track in the category. The thin air reduces aerodynamic drag, allowing higher speeds, but requires adjustments to engines and tires. The 4.3 km circuit with 17 corners honors the brothers Ricardo and Pedro Rodríguez, pioneers of Mexican motorsport who died in accidents (Ricardo in 1962, at age 20, and Pedro in 1971, at age 31). Origins and First Phase : (1962–1970) The autodrome was built in 1959–1960 in Parque Magdalena Mixhuca, on the initiative of the Rodríguez brothers’ father, an advisor to President Adolfo López Mateos. F1 arrived in 1962 for a non-championship race. The following year, in 1963, it joined the official calendar, with Jim Clark (Lotus) taking victory. Eight editions were held until 1970. Highlights include:1964: World championship decider between Graham Hill, John Surtees, and Jim Clark. Surtees won and claimed the title, becoming the only driver to be champion in both F1 and 500cc motorcycles. First Mexican victory: Pedro Rodríguez in 1967 (Cooper-Maserati). The race was discontinued after 1970 due to safety and organizational issues. Hiatus and Return (1986–1992)Absent for 15 years, it returned in 1986 at the same circuit, with Gerhard Berger (Benetton) as the winner. Seven editions were held until 1992, dominated by teams like Williams and McLaren. In 1989, Ayrton Senna (McLaren) secured Brazil’s only victory in Mexico. Fun fact: Alain Prost (Ferrari) won in 1990 starting from 13th — the lowest grid position for a winner in the track’s history. The event was halted in 1993 again due to infrastructure and safety concerns. Modern Era (2015–present)After a 23-year absence, the GP returned in 2015, driven by Sergio Pérez’s success and government investment. The track was renovated with a modern layout (reduced from 5.5 km to 4.3 km) and capacity for 120,000 spectators. Except for 2020 (COVID-19 pandemic), it has been held annually. Since 2021, it is officially called the Mexico City Grand Prix. Highlights:Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) is the most successful in the modern era, with six wins (2016–2019, 2021, 2023). Max Verstappen (Red Bull) has dominated recently, with five victories (2017, 2021–2022, 2024; data up to 2024 confirms four). Sergio Pérez shone at home: podiums in 2015 (3rd), 2016 (2nd), and 2021 (3rd), and became the first Mexican to win an F1 race since 1970 (at the 2020 Sakhir GP). In 2024, Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) won, breaking Red Bull’s dominance and helping Ferrari take second in the Constructors’ Championship. Up to 2024, 24 official editions have been held, with 20 different winners from 12 countries. The race is known for its passionate crowd and unique stadium DRS zone. Mexican Drivers in HistoryMexico has eight F1 wins (as of 2025), all by Pedro and Sergio Pérez, ending a 50-year drought in 2020. Ricardo Rodríguez was the youngest driver to debut (19 years old, in 1961).The Mexican Grand Prix combines tradition, extreme altitude, and local passion, making it one of the most anticipated events in F1. In 2025, the 20th round (October 24–26) marks the first since its return without a Mexican driver on the grid.