UPDATE: The 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix is set to kick off today, October 26, 2025, at 4 p.m. ET, with major implications for the championship standings. After a thrilling performance at the U.S. Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen secured victory, he now has his sights set on closing the gap in the title race. Currently in third place in the driver standings, Verstappen is just 40 points behind leader Oscar Piastri.
Verstappen, who dominated the previous weekend with wins in both the sprint and feature races, will start from P5 today. Ahead of him are George Russell in P4, Lewis Hamilton in P3, Charles Leclerc in P2, and Lando Norris taking pole position for the first time in his career at the Mexico City circuit.
The race will cover a distance of 189.738 miles over 71 laps on a challenging 2.674-mile circuit featuring 17 turns. Fans are eager to see if Norris can convert his pole position into a victory or if Verstappen will capitalize on his momentum and skill.
For those looking to watch the race live, there are several options available. If you don’t have cable, DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial that includes access to ABC, as well as ESPN and ESPN2 for future races. Following the trial, subscriptions start at just $49.99/month. Alternatively, Sling TV provides an affordable streaming option, with its Select plan starting at $19.99/month and also including ABC.
This Grand Prix is a crucial moment in the season, with Verstappen and Piastri battling for the championship. The stakes couldn’t be higher as the season approaches its final races, making today’s event a must-watch for F1 fans around the world.
Stay tuned for updates as the race unfolds and the championship picture continues to clarify.