F1 teams prepare upgrades for Mexican Grand Prix in Mexico City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 10:19 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Ahead of the 2026 Mexican Grand Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, multiple Formula 1 teams are implementing upgrades. While Mercedes is sticking with its current setup, Ferrari, Red Bull, and McLaren are enhancing their cars primarily focused on cooling features, crucial for the high-altitude circuit. Lewis Hamilton secured pole position as a driver for Ferrari, while Max Verstappen will start from fifth after incurring a grid penalty. As teams prepare for the race, Alpine and Racing Bulls are also looking to improve their standings with competitive qualifying times.
- •Lewis Hamilton takes pole for Ferrari, Charles Leclerc starts third.
- •Max Verstappen qualifies fourth but starts fifth due to a penalty.
- •Mercedes brings no upgrades, focusing on maintaining performance.
- •Alpine's Pierre Gasly qualifies inside the top 10.
- •McLaren struggles with Lando Norris sixth and Oscar Piastri out in Q2.
- 10:19 AMYahoo Sports — Mexican Grand Prix: Reported F1 Upgrades for Every Team at Mexico City
"Here are the reported upgrades that each F1 team will bring to the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
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