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Mexico City starting grid shaken after penalties for Verstappen and others
The Mexico City Grand Prix starting grid will look different from how qualifying ended at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. Among others, Max Verstappen also has a grid penalty for the upcoming race. Lewis Hamilton claimed pole position for the Mexico City Grand Prix after the Briton marginally fini...
After penalty for incident with Verstappen, Lawson is now also disqualified
Liam Lawson starts the Mexico City Grand Prix from the back of the grid after the Racing Bulls driver is disqualified from qualifying for a technical breach involving his MGU‑K system. Despite the penalty, stewards have allowed him to race, but his non‑compliant car forces him to start from pole position 20. The decision follows a recent penalty related to an incident with Max Verstappen.
MotoGP Standings | Marquez on the brink of glory
Marc Marquez clinches a victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix and finishes second in the Sprint Race, earning 34 points to place himself on the cusp of the MotoGP championship. The haul puts him within striking distance of the title, setting up a decisive showdown in Qatar. Meanwhile, title rival Jorge Martin withdraws from the weekend, further reshaping the championship battle.
MotoGP Full Race Results | Marquez dominates as Aprilia suffer costly setback
Marc Marquez closed in on his 10th world title with yet another stunning display in Malaysia. The Ducati rider faced challenges from brother Alex and future teammate Pedro Acosta, but ultimately won by a massive 4.2 seconds. Marquez can now overtake long-time rival Valentino Rossi in the all-time ch...
Russell identifies costly detail behind missed Mexico pole opportunity
George Russell says the extra fuel needed for a preparation lap cost him pole at the Mexico City Grand Prix, leaving him 0.009 seconds shy of Lewis Hamilton on Saturday. The narrow margin placed the two Mercedes drivers ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli in the front row, highlighting a tiny detail that may have altered the qualifying outcome.
Moto2 Full Race Results | Alonso wins as Guevara makes title step
Future MotoGP rider David Alonso returned to winning ways with a dominant victory in Malaysia. The Colombian finished almost two seconds ahead of teammate Dani Holgado in an impressive display. Further down the order, another future MotoGP rider - Izan Guevara - finished fourth ahead of title rival...
Hamilton reveals Mexico breakthrough with weakness he has battled for years
Lewis Hamilton clinches his 105th career pole—his first ever for Ferrari—at the Mexico City Grand Prix, a milestone he says came after revisiting a set of tools he hadn’t used in 13 years. The emotional qualifying lap highlighted a personal breakthrough, allowing Hamilton to reflect on the legacy of Michael Schumacher’s successes with Scuderia Ferrari. The pole, secured on November 1, 2026, marks a significant shift in Hamilton’s long‑standing quest to conquer his former rivals and overcome a weakness he’s battled for over a decade.
Moto3 Full Race Results | Quiles smashes the competition
Maximo Quiles showed all the class that's taken him to the Moto3 world title with another dominant victory in Malaysia. The young Spaniard clinched the championship in Indonesia, and in his first Grand Prix as world champion, he was a whopping 3.7 seconds ahead of the competition.
F1 stewards warn drivers over Mexico GP corner cutting after 2025 chaos
F1 stewards issue a stern warning ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, stating that exiting the track during the opening corner sequence—specifically the run‑off between turns one and three—will be treated as gaining an unfair advantage, even if no positions are taken. The directive follows several drivers cutting that area at recent starts, prompting officials to tighten the rule to preserve race integrity.
Verstappen and Red Bull receive encouraging message from Mekies in Mexico
Laurent Mekies is hopeful that Max Verstappen will achieve a good result in tomorrow’s Mexico City Grand Prix. The Frenchman believes Verstappen can fight for a podium and thinks there may even be more in store for the Dutchman. After qualifying, Mekies discussed Verstappen’s session with Viaplay’s...
Verstappen explains why Norris denied him pole in Mexico
Max Verstappen was hugely disappointed after qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix. The Dutchman looked on course for pole position but missed out after being held up by Lando Norris, subsequently locking up and abandoning his lap. Verstappen was furious with Norris immediately after the lap and...
Lawson faces fresh Mexico GP blow after technical breach identified
Liam Lawson faces further uncertainty over his starting position after a technical breach was identified during qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix. The Racing Bulls driver qualified eighth, but is set to start ninth after both he and Max Verstappen were handed one-place grid penalties for the...
Verstappen warns Lawson: 'You shouldn't pick a fight with me'
Max Verstappen apologises for the FP2 clash with rookie Liam Lawson at the Mexican Grand Prix, recalling he’s always spoken highly of the Racing Bulls driver. As Lawson battles to secure his Formula 1 future, Verstappen delivers a stark warning: “You shouldn’t pick a fight with me.” The Dutch champion’s comments, made on October 31, 2026, highlight the tension within Red Bull Racing and its junior team.
Ocon issues blunt statement on 'physical violence' allegations amid Haas row
Esteban Ocon has broken his silence following Haas' decision to withdraw him from the Mexican Grand Prix, addressing speculation surrounding the incident that led to his sudden absence from the race weekend. The Frenchman acknowledged that a disagreement took place on Friday evening but firmly denie...
Hamilton shares poignant Schumacher reflection after 'special' Ferrari pole
Lewis Hamilton reflects on his inaugural Ferrari pole, saying it reminds him of watching Michael Schumacher dominate the team. Hamilton claims the pole, achieved by a margin of 0.4 seconds over teammate Charles Leclerc, validates Ferrari’s confidence in his switch and adds a personal milestone to his career.
Verstappen fumes at Norris after Mexican GP qualifying: 'F****** brilliant'
Max Verstandroverarching highlights after Mexico GP qualifying. Max Verstappen publicly berates McLaren’s Lando Norris for obstructing his final flying lap, claiming the interference cost him valuable sector time and a higher grid position. Verstappen’s outburst, captured in post‑session interviews, underscores the tense rivalry ahead of the race weekend. The Red Bull star had looked poised for a strong qualifying result before Norris’s perceived block in the last sector.
Hamilton struggles to find words after claiming 105th F1 career pole
Lewis Hamilton was left almost speechless after producing a sensational performance to secure pole position for the Mexican Grand Prix, becoming the oldest driver to achieve the feat since Mario Andretti at the 1982 Italian Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion admitted that the result felt part...
F1 Full Results | Hamilton beats Russell to pole position for the Mexico City GP
Lewis Hamilton clinches his first pole of 2026 by a razor‑thin 0.009 seconds over teammate George Russell at the Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying. Charles Leclerc completes the front row. Both Hamilton and Russell must win the Sunday race to keep any championship hopes alive, turning the high‑altitude showdown into a pivotal title decider.
Lewis Hamilton delivers sensational lap to secure Mexican GP pole
Lewis Hamilton secured a stunning pole position for the Mexican Grand Prix after an action-packed qualifying session in Mexico City. The battle for the top spot went down to the finest margins, with several drivers fighting for the leading positions and some unexpected results throughout the session...
Mexican GP qualifying red flagged after issue brings session to a halt
Fernando Alonso leads the Mexican Grand Prix qualifying when a power‑unit fault forces Aston Martin to Order him to stop, triggering a red‑flag and halting the session. The abrupt halt comes as Alonso topped the timesheets, leaving his pole chance in uncertainty.
Haas team boss breaks silence on Esteban Ocon's shock exit in Mexico
Ayao Komatsu has declined to explain the circumstances behind Esteban Ocon's sudden removal from Haas during the Mexican Grand Prix weekend, although the team principal has confirmed that the Frenchman's absence is not related to his health. The American outfit surprised the paddock on Saturday morn...
Verstappen handed fresh hope of keeping Mexican GP pole dreams alive
Jamie Chadwick believes Max Verstappen and Ferrari could still challenge at the front during Mexican Grand Prix qualifying, despite both struggling to extract the full potential of their cars in the final practice session. Speaking to Sky Sports F1 following FP3 in Mexico City, Chadwick refused to r...
F1 LIVE | Lewis Hamilton takes pole for the Mexico City GP
After free practice, the Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying kicks off, and GPblog’s liveblog tracks every lap. All focus is on Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli, who needs just two points to clinch the championship on Sunday and could become the youngest title‑winner in F1 history. The live updates will cover sector times, driver standings, and any surprise challenges on the high‑altitude circuit.
Ocon faces familiar F1 situation after shock Haas decision in Mexico
Esteban Ocon faces the prospect of a second premature season ending in three years after Haas swapped him out for Ryo Hirakawa during the Mexican Grand Prix weekend. The unexpected driver change puts Ocon's 2026 campaign in jeopardy, echoing his 2024 situation when a mid‑season exit halted his points run. The article examines Haas' rationale, Ocon's performance this season, and the implications for the Frenchman's future in Formula 1.
Hirakawa set for F1 debut at 32: Who are the oldest rookies in history?
Ryo Hirakawa, 32, will make his Formula 1 debut with Haas, stepping in for Esteban Ocon at the Mexican Grand Prix weekend. Though his age makes him a late‑bloomer by today’s standards, the article notes that F1’s history includes even older first‑timers, putting Hirakawa’s debut into perspective. The piece outlines his career background, Haas’s decision, and compares his age to the sport’s oldest newcomers, highlighting how the modern era typically favors younger talent.
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