Mexico City Grand Prix 2022 - Race Schedule and Countdown
Mexico City Grand Prix
Mexico City • Mexico
Oct 30, 2022 8:00 PM
Race Results
Race Summary
Max Verstappen broke the single-season wins record with his 14th victory of the campaign at the Mexico City Grand Prix, surpassing the mark of 13 wins jointly held by Michael Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel. The Red Bull driver dominated at the high-altitude Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, controlling the race from pole position to claim a historic achievement. Lewis Hamilton finished second for Mercedes, with Sergio Perez securing third place on home soil to the delight of the passionate Mexican fans. George Russell set the fastest lap.
Verstappen's record-breaking victory came in commanding fashion as he led every lap from pole position, managing the thin air and unique challenges of racing at 2,200 meters above sea level. The performance demonstrated his complete mastery of the RB18 and his ability to extract maximum performance in all conditions. Hamilton delivered a strong drive to finish second, his third consecutive podium finish as Mercedes finally began to show consistent pace. The result marked a remarkable turnaround for the Silver Arrows after their difficult early season.
Perez's podium finish at his home race provided a fitting celebration for the Mexican fans who had packed the circuit to capacity. The partisan crowd created an incredible atmosphere, with thousands camping overnight for the best viewing spots. George Russell finished fourth and secured the fastest lap for Mercedes. Verstappen's 14th win of the season shattered the previous record and underlined his total dominance in 2022, establishing him as one of the sport's all-time greats at just 25 years old. The historic achievement capped a remarkable season for both Verstappen and Red Bull Racing.