Is Formula 1 bringing back its old logo? Here’s what’s happening in Mexico. Social media is buzzing as photos from the Mexican Grand Prix show the old F1 logo.

Social media has gone wild in recent hours, as Formula 1 fans noticed something unexpected ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix. Photos from the paddock revealed a trophy featuring the old F1 logo, the one used between 1994 and 2017. For many long-time followers of the sport, this discovery has sparked excitement and nostalgia, as it appeared to mark the return of a symbol that defined an entire era of Formula 1.

So what exactly is happening? The official account of the Mexican Grand Prix recently shared an image showing two trophies that will be awarded this weekend — one to the race winner and one to the winning team. Looking closely, fans quickly realized that one of them bears the old Formula 1 logo, which immediately led to speculation online. But there’s actually a clear explanation behind it.

A historic celebration

In the official photo, the trophy on the left is the one that will be handed to the race winner on Sunday, while the one on the right is a replica of the 2015 trophy — the year Mexico returned to the F1 calendar after a long absence. To celebrate the tenth anniversary of this modern era of the Mexican Grand Prix, organizers have decided to bring back the design of the original 2015 trophy. That same trophy, first lifted by Nico Rosberg, will now be presented to the team that wins the race on Sunday. And yes, that version features the classic F1 logo.

This makes it clear that the appearance of the old emblem is part of a celebration marking ten years since the circuit’s return to the Formula 1 World Championship. However, there are also some noticeable design differences between the two trophies. As reported by gpkingdom.gpk on Instagram, the 2015 trophy featured a base made of obsidian with a body crafted in silver and gold. The new version, on the other hand, is made with a green aventurine base while retaining the same silver and gold elements, along with the engraved inscription “F1 75”.

So, while the use of the old logo has thrilled fans, it doesn’t mean Formula 1 is officially reverting to its historic branding. Instead, it’s a one-off tribute celebrating a decade of the Mexican Grand Prix in its modern form. That iconic logo, which continues to be used today as a design reference in universities and creative institutions, remains one of the most recognizable symbols in the sport’s history — a reminder of Formula 1’s long and rich visual identity.