
The 2024 Mexico Grand Prix has recorded a record attendance of 404,958 people, thus surpassing the previous mark of 400,639 motorsport and Formula 1 fans. Since the return of Formula 1 to Mexico in 2015, the event has been gaining followers, setting new attendance records.
This weekend has been historic for the 2024 Mexico Grand Prix. On Saturday, during the qualifying sessions, 142,951 people attended, marking a milestone in the event's history. On Sunday, race day, 154,142 fans gathered to support the drivers, despite 'Checo's' elimination in Q1 due to braking system issues.
The previous attendance record on a Sunday for the Mexico Grand Prix was set on October 29, 2023. However, this year, both that record and the total attendance record for the event have been surpassed. The 2024 Mexico Grand Prix has marked a milestone by reaching unprecedented figures, with a 7.2% increase compared to the previous year.
The event has set a high bar for upcoming editions, as it is expected that the Mexico Grand Prix will renew its contract for three more years. Despite some fans leaving after 'Checo's' crash, attendance has been significant, with 142,951 people witnessing Max Verstappen's victory. These achievements reflect the growing interest and support of motorsport fans in Mexico.