Formula 1: Top 7 most iconic moments of the Mexican GP

The Mexican GP is one of the most anticipated races on the calendar, thanks in part to its challenging elevation, which prompts the teams to adjust their setups and the unique atmosphere that surrounds it. Now, let’s explore the top 7 most iconic moments from the Mexican GP.

7. Bottas and Raikkonen collide (2017)

During the 2017 Mexican GP, both Finnish drivers, Valtteri Bottas and Kimi Raikkonen, collided midway through the race at turn 5, destroying both of their races. However, some suggest that this incident was payback for the Russian GP, where these two Finnish drivers also collided.

6. First turn drama (2021)

The 2021 Mexican GP stands out as one of the most exciting races in recent times, as turn 1 witnessed a flurry of collisions and contacts. Daniel Ricciardo made contact with Bottas, causing him to spin out of control. Furthermore, Sergio Perez also ventured onto the grass as the track became congested. Additionally, both Mick Schumacher and Yuki Tsunoda were involved in incidents that ended their races prematurely.

5. Lewis Hamilton’s Fourth Championship (2017)

The 2017 Mexican GP delivered all the excitement fans wanted, considering Lewis Hamilton was on the cusp of clinching his fourth World Championship. However, the race didn’t go as smoothly as Hamilton had hoped, as Vettel, who started from pole position, had a minor collision with Hamilton, resulting in a puncture for the British driver. Nevertheless, despite these setbacks, Hamilton managed to recover and finished in 9th place, securing the championship.

4. The Return of the Mexican GP (2015)

After a 23-year hiatus, the Mexican GP made its return to the F1 calendar, creating palpable excitement. In this race, Nico Rosberg claimed pole position ahead of his teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had already secured the World Championship by then. Rosberg’s exceptional performance in qualifying and during the race led to his victory and provided a significant boost to his season. Furthermore, it was a special day for local hero Sergio Perez, who basked in the overwhelming support of his home crowd.

3. Michael Schumacher’s first-ever Formula 1 podium (1992)

Mexico holds a special place in the hearts of Formula 1 fans, as it was the same track where Michael Schumacher secured his first-ever Formula 1 podium. Although Nigel Mansell emerged as the race winner, Schumacher’s impressive performance hinted at the greatness that would define his career.

2. Jim Clark’s Clutchless Win (1967)

The 1967 Mexican GP witnessed British driver Jim Clark stealing the show by finishing a full minute ahead of his competitors. However, what makes this victory even more remarkable is that Clark accomplished it without using his clutch for a significant portion of the race.

1. Ferrari’s double podium (1990)

Widely regarded as the best Mexican GP ever, the 1990 edition saw Ferrari drivers Alain Prost and Nigel Mansell achieving a remarkable one-two finish. What makes this achievement even more impressive is the fact that Prost had started the race in the thirteenth position following a disappointing qualifying session. However, he fought his way through the field to challenge Ayrton Senna, eventually taking the lead as Senna struggled with tire troubles. Additionally, Mansell successfully held off Gerhard Berger to maintain the second position.