Colton Herta secures F1 super license after Mexico GP outing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 9:31 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Colton Herta has secured his Formula 1 super license following his outing in the FP1 session at the Mexico Grand Prix on October 30, 2026. After a challenging stint in Formula 2, Herta completed five practice sessions, amassing the required 40 points for the super license. His performance in these sessions has heightened speculation about a potential seat with Cadillac in the 2027 season. Team principal Marcin Budkowski acknowledged the significance of having an American driver and praised Herta's contribution in recent sessions, while rumors continue about other candidates for the future lineup. Sergio Perez expressed confidence in Herta's capabilities as he prepares for potential changes within the team.
- •Herta earned super license during FP1 at Mexico GP on October 30, 2026.
- •He needed 40 points, achieved through five FP1 sessions this season.
- •Cadillac's interest in Herta could lead to a 2027 seat opportunity.
- •Sergio Perez discussed Herta's potential as a teammate in future seasons.
- •Herta's performance contrasts with a disappointing F2 season.
- 9:31 PMYahoo Sports — Colton Herta Finally Has F1 Super License After Mexico Drive Amid Cadillac 2027 Links
"Colton Herta has finally achieved the F1 super license after his FP1 outing at the Mexico GP, amid rumors of a Cadillac seat in 2027. It didn’t look likely at the start of the 2026 F1 season, but now, at…
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