Mexican Grand Prix 2015 - Race Schedule and Countdown
Mexican Grand Prix
Mexico City • Mexico
Nov 1, 2015 7:00 PM
Race Results
Race Summary
Nico Rosberg broke Lewis Hamilton's post-championship winning streak with victory at the inaugural Mexican Grand Prix, defeating Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. Rosberg dominated from pole position at Mexico City's high-altitude venue, controlling proceedings through the challenging thin-air conditions to secure a comfortable win. The victory ended Hamilton's run of three consecutive wins and provided Rosberg with satisfaction after a difficult season playing second fiddle to his teammate.
The race marked Formula 1's return to Mexico after 23 years, with passionate crowds creating an electric atmosphere. Hamilton pushed hard but couldn't match Rosberg's pace in the unique conditions, settling for second. Bottas's podium for Williams was a strong result at the new venue. Rosberg's fastest lap capped a perfect weekend and demonstrated that even as a beaten championship contender, he remained capable of defeating Hamilton on his day.
Rosberg's Mexican triumph was his fifth victory of 2015 but couldn't disguise his defeat in the championship battle. The win provided personal satisfaction and demonstrated he remained a formidable competitor even when the title was beyond reach. For F1, Mexico's return was a triumph, with enthusiastic fans and a spectacular venue ensuring the race's place on the calendar for years to come.