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Max Verstappen broke the record for the most grand prix victories in an F1 season for the second year in a row on 29 October 2023.
On this day in 2023, Max Verstappen made history in Formula 1 by winning a record-breaking 16th race of the season at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
His victory at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez solidified his dominance in the sport, surpassing his own previous record of 15 wins in a season, set in 2022.
Verstappen’s Red Bull finished over 13 seconds ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes, with Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari slipping to third after starting from pole position.
Despite Hamilton’s strong drive to secure second place and the fastest lap point, it was Verstappen who shined with a commanding performance in his RB19.
The race highlighted Verstappen’s exceptional skill and showcased his position as one of the top drivers in Formula 1 history.
