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Lewis Hamilton suffers engine failure during Mexico GP practice session

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 10:41 AM

Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Lewis Hamilton suffers engine failure during Mexico GP practice session

Summary

Lewis Hamilton encountered an engine failure in the second practice session of the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix on October 31, 2026. The incident occurred after 28 minutes, causing him to retire at the exit of Turn 3 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Prior to the failure, Hamilton had been competitive, posting times among the top five. His teammate, Charles Leclerc, topped both practice sessions, providing a contrasting experience for the Scuderia. Hamilton is currently waiting for an investigation into the engine issues and hopes for a recovery ahead of the next practice and qualifying.

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By the Numbers

•Hamilton stopped after 28 minutes due to engine failure.
•He was fifth fastest before the incident in FP2.
•Leclerc topped both Friday practice sessions.
•Hamilton had limited running time in FP1 as well.
•The team is investigating the cause of the engine problem.

Latest Updates

10:41 AMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton "praying" for Ferrari power unit after Mexico FP2 failure
10:41 AMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton "praying" for Ferrari power unit after Mexico FP2 failure

What they're saying

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Lewis Hamilton has been left “praying” for his Ferrari power unit after it caused an early retirement in second practice for the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion suddenly lost power down the start-finish straight after 28 minutes, leading to him stopping at the exit of Turn 3 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Hamilton was enjoying a competitive FP2 until then as ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com