Mexican Grand Prix 1969 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Denny Hulme claimed victory in the season-ending Mexican Grand Prix, providing McLaren with a satisfying conclusion to a solid championship campaign. The New Zealander controlled the race at the high-altitude Hermanos Rodriguez circuit, managing his car's performance in the thin air while fending off challenges from the Brabham drivers. Hulme's victory demonstrated his continued competitiveness, with the 1967 World Champion remaining one of the grid's most consistent performers even if championship glory proved elusive. The triumph secured sixth place in the final standings and confirmed McLaren as a regular race-winning team.

Jacky Ickx finished second, securing the runner-up position in the championship with 37 points, 26 behind Jackie Stewart's dominant total. The Belgian driver's strong finish to the season confirmed his status as one of the sport's brightest talents, though his career would be marked by near-misses rather than championship success. Jack Brabham completed the podium in third place, providing a fitting conclusion to what would be his penultimate full season in Formula 1. The 43-year-old veteran remained competitive at the highest level, demonstrating that experience and racecraft could still compete with youthful speed.

The Mexican Grand Prix brought closure to Jackie Stewart's dominant championship season, with the Scot finishing outside the podium but secure in his overwhelming title victory. Stewart's six wins from eleven races represented one of the most dominant seasons in Formula 1 history, achieved through a combination of natural talent, analytical preparation, and the excellent Matra MS80. The 1969 season marked the end of the 1960s with Stewart firmly established as the sport's leading driver and most influential voice. Hulme's victory in Mexico provided the perfect conclusion to a season that had seen Formula 1 transition from the Clark era to Stewart's dominance, closing the decade with a new champion ready to define the sport's future.