Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, Race track in Mexico City, Mexico
The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez is a motorsport race track set within the Magdalena Mixhuca park area of Mexico City. The circuit features long straights, demanding curves, and an enclosed stadium called Foro Sol, which sits inside one of the track's turns and functions as a separate concert venue.
Construction of the circuit began in 1955 and the first race took place in 1959, making it one of the oldest permanent tracks in Latin America. The name was changed in 1973 to honor Ricardo Rodríguez, who died during a practice session on the track in 1962.
The track is named after Ricardo and Pedro Rodríguez, two Mexican brothers who raced in Formula 1 during the 1960s and became deeply rooted in the country's motorsport memory. Visitors walking the grounds today can find references to both drivers, whose stories are still present in the local racing culture.
The complex is located in the Magdalena Mixhuca area and is reachable by public transport from the city center. On race days, arriving early is a good idea since the entrances and surrounding roads get very busy well before the start.
The Foro Sol stadium sits physically inside the racing circuit, tucked into one of its turns, which is a rare setup found in very few tracks in the world. It was originally built as a baseball stadium before being converted into one of Mexico City's main concert venues.
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