Mexico F1 start: FIA sets two deadlines for giving back an advantage
Turns 4 and 12 matter on lap one and after resumptions. Sunday's race starts at 21:00 Budapest time.
Events: 1 Nov 2026
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The FIA has issued a clarification for Sunday's Mexico City Grand Prix, starting at 21:00 Budapest time. The official timetable gives 14:00 locally; M4's build-up begins at 20:30 in Hungary.
Where must the place be returned?
Document 54 applies on lap one and the first lap after any resumption. A position retained off-track in Turns 1–3 must be yielded by Turn 4, or by Turn 12 for Turns 4–6, if it creates a lasting advantage over a closely following car.
The stewards assess proximity and advantage. Viewers should therefore watch the order after rejoining, as well as the shortcut itself. Our morning Lawson report covers a separate technical case.
