Mexico GP stopped after Valtteri Bottas crash at Turn 1
The race was red‑flagged after Bottas’ heavy impact on lap 46; Kimi Antonelli needs a top‑nine finish to clinch the title.
The Mexico City Grand Prix was suspended after Valtteri Bottas left the track and crashed at Turn 1 during lap 46, bringing the session to a halt while marshals assessed the situation.
Race stopped, Bottas out of the car and reported OK
Onboard footage showed a heavy impact at Turn 1; Bottas exited his car and was reported in good condition. Race officials signalled a red flag and stopped the event while they cleared debris and reviewed the incident.
The stoppage comes as the championship waits to be confirmed: Kimi Antonelli stands one result away from being champion. Kimi will be world champion if he finishes in the top nine.
The crash was captured live and shared by Formula 1 on social media. "Onboard with Valtteri Bottas for a sizeable crash at Turn 1 😱💥\n\nHe is out of the car and ok\n\n#F1 #MexicoGP" — Formula 1 (posted November 1, 2026).
At the time of the red flag the race had completed 46 laps; organisers gave no firm timeline for restarting the Grand Prix. Teams and drivers remained on site while track crews worked to make the circuit safe for racing to resume.
Photo: press material from the event
