A Decade of Drama: Mexico City E-Prix Defining Moments in Formula E History

Formula E begins the new year in familiar surroundings, returning to Mexico City for the 10th time. The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez has become one of the championship’s most popular venues, embraced by drivers and fans alike. The 2026 Mexico City E-Prix will serve as Round 2 of Season 12, taking place on Saturday, January 10.

Recent history adds extra intrigue. Each of the last three winners in Mexico City E-Prix has gone on to secure the Drivers’ World Championship in the same season, giving the event a reputation as an early indicator of title success.

2016 Mexico City E-Prix

The circuit’s legacy of drama dates back to the inaugural race in 2016. Lucas di Grassi crossed the line first after a strong drive for ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport, but post-race checks found his car under the minimum weight. The disqualification handed victory to Dragon Racing’s Jérôme d’Ambrosio, who finished just 0.106 seconds ahead of Sebastien Buemi. That margin remains the closest winning gap in Formula E history. D’Ambrosio’s triumph was the second of his career, and he now holds senior roles with Ferrari in Formula 1.

2017 Mexico City E-Prix

Di Grassi returned a year later with one of the championship’s most remarkable recoveries. After early contact forced him to pit for a damaged rear wing, he rejoined at the back. A bold strategy and relentless pace allowed him to climb through the field and take victory, becoming the first driver to win from so far behind after an unscheduled stop.

2018 Mexico City E-Prix

The 2018 race delivered a breakthrough moment for Daniel Abt, who claimed his first Formula E win and became the first German winner in the series. Starting fifth, Abt and his team executed a decisive pit sequence that vaulted him into the lead following Felix Rosenqvist’s retirement. He went on to win by more than six seconds.

2019 Mexico City E-Prix

Mexico City produced another unforgettable finish in 2019. Pascal Wehrlein led nearly the entire race from pole and appeared set for his first victory. Energy depletion struck just metres from the line, allowing di Grassi to surge past at the chequered flag by only 0.036 seconds. The moment underlined how unforgiving energy management can be.

2020 Mexico City E-Prix

In 2020, Mitch Evans delivered a commanding performance for Jaguar. After overtaking polesitter Andre Lotterer at the opening corner, Evans controlled the race, managing his energy with precision and finishing more than four seconds clear to take the championship lead.

2022 Mexico City E-Prix

Porsche celebrated a major milestone in 2022 when Pascal Wehrlein secured the manufacturer’s first Formula E win. Teaming up with Andre Lotterer for a one-two finish, Porsche conserved energy while rivals battled, then pulled away late in the race. Wehrlein later converted that momentum into a world title in 2024.

2023 Mexico City E-Prix

The arrival of the GEN3 era in 2023 saw Jake Dennis open his championship-winning season with victory in Mexico City. Starting second, he passed di Grassi mid-race and built a commanding margin despite multiple Safety Car interruptions.

2024 Mexico City E-Prix

Wehrlein added another Mexico City win in Season 10, becoming only the second driver, alongside di Grassi, to claim multiple victories at the venue. Converting pole into a controlled win, he later sealed the drivers’ crown, with Sebastien Buemi and Nick Cassidy completing the podium.

2025 Mexico City E-Prix

The most recent chapter belongs to Oliver Rowland. Using his final ATTACK MODE to full effect, the Nissan driver produced three decisive overtakes in a single lap, passing Jake Dennis, Pascal Wehrlein, and race leader António Félix da Costa. Rowland’s aggressive charge delivered victory and, as with several before him in Mexico City, preceded a championship-winning season.

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