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How a 'stupid' speed limit stopped Mexican GP overtaking

Formula 1 drivers have got used to many quirks with the 2026 regulations, but the Mexican Grand Prix exposed one that Lewis Hamilton openly labelled “stupid”.

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The Core Event

On a track that has historically been very difficult for cars to overtake at - because of the aero and cooling compromises caused by the thinner air - things were even harder this year.

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Key Facts

Formula 1 drivers have got used to many quirks with the 2026 regulations, but the Mexican Grand Prix exposed one that Lewis Hamilton openly labelled “stupid”.

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Context & Significance

On a track that has historically been very difficult for cars to overtake at - because of the aero and cooling compromises caused by the thinner air - things were even harder this year.

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