The Formula 1 is gearing up for Saturday’s action in Mexico City, where Charles Leclerc has set the pace after dominating both practice sessions on Friday at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
Leclerc led the second practice session with a time of 0.103 seconds ahead of Lando Norris, while George Russell finished just 0.003 seconds behind him, taking third place. The championship leader, Kimi Antonelli, qualified fourth, followed by Max Verstappen, leaving three teams very close to the qualifying spots.
However, Friday was not entirely positive for Ferrari, as Lewis Hamilton lost power and came to a halt midway through FP2.
Qualifying and what’s next
Antonelli is on the verge of sealing his first Formula 1 world championship, and Saturday’s qualifying session will be key in determining whether he starts Sunday with a chance to achieve it.
Next, we provide all the details on what to expect for Saturday during the Mexico City Formula 1 Grand Prix.
How to watch the Mexico City Formula 1 Grand Prix?
The way to follow Formula 1 varies by country. In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports is the exclusive channel broadcasting every session live throughout the 2026 season. Viewers can also follow the action through Sky Go or NOW, with highlights available for free on Channel 4.
In the United States, Apple TV is the main partner for the 2026 season, with all sessions available on the platform following a multi-year agreement. There is also the option to subscribe to F1 TV, which is the series’ global streaming service.
Saturday’s schedule in Mexico City
The local times for Saturday are as follows:
- Friday, October 30 — Free Practice 1 — 12:30 CST
- Friday, October 30 — Free Practice 2 — 16:00 CST
- Saturday, October 31 — Free Practice 3 — 11:30 CST
- Saturday, October 31 — Qualifying — 15:00 CST
- Sunday, November 1 — Mexico Grand Prix 2026 — 14:00 CST
Weather forecast for Saturday
The weather forecast for Saturday is quite clear. The day will start sunny and dry with temperatures around 24-26 degrees Celsius during the third practice session. However, conditions could deteriorate during qualifying, with temperatures reaching 26-27 degrees and the possibility of a brief shower, although no significant rain is expected.
For Sunday, a sunny and dry day is anticipated for the Mexico Grand Prix.
Circuit details
The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, located over 2,200 meters above sea level, presents a unique challenge with the thinner air affecting cooling, aerodynamics, and power units, although the layout is relatively conventional. Its long straights and stadium sections are defining characteristics of the circuit.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
