The current layout of the track, as is often the case with the tracks on the current Formula 1 calendar, was designed by Hermann Tilke. Since 2015, the race has been back on the calendar, and every year it has been an absolute celebration. Not only because of the thrilling race (and the possible outcome), but also because Dia de los Muertos coincides with the race weekend.

On this track, teams with powerful engines often have to make adjustments. Almost all manufacturers significantly reduce the engine power because driving at high altitudes in thin air requires it. It's important that the engine is sufficiently cooled.

On Thursday October 23 the first press conferences are scheduled. One day later, on October 24, FP1 and FP2 will take place. On October 25 it is time for FP3 and later on the day Qualifying hour commences. On Sunday October 26 it will be time for lights out for the Mexican Grand Prix.

The Mexican GP can be followed live on GPblog an hour before each session. As with all other Grands Prix, the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and F1TV Pro, as well as qualifying and free practice sessions.

Track time

Free Practice 1: Friday, October 24 12:30-13:30

Free Practice 2: Friday, October 24 16:00-18:00 

Free Practice 3: Saturday, October 25 11:30-12:30 

Qualifying: Saturday, October 25 15:00-16:00

Race: Sunday, October 26 14:00-16:00

CET

Free Practice 1: Friday, October 24 20:30-21:30 

Free Practice 2: Saturday, October 25 00:00-01:00 

Free Practice 3: Saturday, October 25 19:30-20:30 

Qualifying: Saturday, October 25 23:00-23:59 

Race: Sunday, October 26 21:00-23:00 

The Mexican Grand Prix is the twentieth race on the 2025 F1 calendar – after the USA GP and before the Brazilian GP. View the full 2025 F1 calendar here.

In 2025, Formula 1 will once again be broadcast in the UK by Sky Sports. All F1 sessions across the weekend will be available on their broadcasting channel, with live commentary by David Croft and ex-F1 driver Martin Brundle. Sky Sports will also provide pre- and post-race coverage of qualifying and the Grand Prix.

Another option to watch Formula 1 live is through F1TV Pro, the official streaming service of Formula 1. F1TV Pro broadcasts all the sessions from the Mexican GP live, and viewers have the ability to choose their preferred commentators as well.

At the start of the 2024 Mexican Grand Prix, Carlos Sainz fought Max Verstappen for the lead of the race, the Spaniard was forced off the track as the Red Bull lost grip. On Lap 9, however, the Ferrari would take the lead anyway. What followed was a series of events in which Verstappen bagged himself 20 seconds worth of penalties. Forcing Norris off the road in Turns 4 and 7 whilst maintaining track position. The Dutchman recovered to sixth place. Sainz would come around for his second victory of the year, Norris and Leclerc completed the podium.

Even though Mexico is a powertrack, Hamilton has only ever won two races at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. The Brit often found himself losing out to teammate Nico Rosberg or Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. The latter being the most frequent winner at the venue with five total wins. The 2021 Mexican GP marked an interesting chapter in the championship battle, Verstappen went around the outside of the two Mercedes cars in Turn 1 and cruised to victory from there. It could be said that Lewis Hamilton is not quite excellent around this racetrack.