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SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 09: Third placed Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing on the podium with his trophy during the F1 GP of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 09, 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511090776 // Usage for editorial use only //

“To be on the podium from the pit lane, I didn’t expect that at all” — Verstappen on his P3 finish at the 2025 F1 São Paulo GP

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago09 mins mins

After a disastrous Qualifying that saw Max Verstappen eliminated in Q1, few could have imagined that the reigning world champion would end Sunday’s 2025 F1 São Paulo GP on the podium without a miracle. Yet, from the pitlane to P3, Verstappen produced a relentless and tactical recovery drive that showcased both his composure and Red…

Kimi Antonelli secured his best F1 result to date with a hard-fought second place at the São Paulo Grand Prix.

“I was lucky to come away”: Antonelli overcomes early chaos at F1 São Paulo GP for superb P2

Chiara Martin1 week ago1 week ago05 mins mins

Kimi Antonelli secured his best F1 result to date with a hard-fought second place at the São Paulo GP, holding off a charging Max Verstappen in a tense finale at Interlagos. The young Italian driver delivered a composed performance under immense pressure, managing to keep the four-time world champion at bay in the closing laps…

Lando Norris wins exciting F1 São Paulo GP from Andrea Kimi Antonelli and a resurgent Max Verstappen, Oscar Piastri manages only fifth.

F1 | Race | São Paulo GP | Norris winning it all in Interlagos, Verstappen P3

Ewout Albrecht1 week ago1 week ago05 mins mins

After yesterday’s shock exit in Q1, it was no surprise Max Verstappen was to start the São Paulo GP from the pitlane. Joining him was the driver who took him out of the lead in 2018, Esteban Ocon. With the weather changing by the minute, the expected dry race was far from guaranteed at the…

A disastrous qualifying for the Sao Paulo GP saw both Red Bull drivers eliminated in Q1.

Mekies defends set-up decision after disastrous Red Bull qualifying for F1 São Paulo GP

Jenny Garnett2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins mins

Following a disastrous qualifying for the São Paulo GP in which both Red Bull drivers were eliminated in Q1, Laurent Mekies explained the team’s thought process that influenced the result. While Yuki Tsunoda has struggled with his qualifying pace throughout the season, Max Verstappen’s Q1 elimination was a huge shock. The Dutch driver has only…

Verstappen's São Paulo GP Qualifying ends in P16 disaster as Red Bull struggles with unexplained grip issues, ending his championship hopes.

“I can forget about that”: Verstappen on championship dreams after Qualifying 1 exit at F1 São Paulo GP

Valeria Penachi2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins mins

Max Verstappen suffered a devastating blow during the 2025 F1 São Paulo GP Qualifying session. The Dutchman could only manage P16 after losing control at turn 9 with a massive snap of oversteer on one of his laps. This result marks one of his worst qualifying performances at a crucial moment for the championship. Despite…

Grand Prix qualifying for Round 21 of the 2025 F1 championship at the São Paulo GP is completed, view the full report and results here.

F1 | Qualifying | São Paulo GP | Norris strikes late to take pole; Verstappen out in Q1

James O'Connor2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins mins

Grand Prix qualifying for Round 21 of the 2025 F1 championship is completed, view the full report and results from the São Paulo GP session here. Lando Norris won the Sprint earlier in the day as Oscar Piastri and multiple other drivers found the hedge in it. Q1 Ollie Bearman logged the first time of…

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 08, 2025 in São Paulo, Brazil.

Verstappen left disappointed with RB21’s set-up after a P4 finish in the F1 São Paulo GP Sprint

Ana-Maria Andronic2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins mins

After a hectic 24-lap race, Max Verstappen held on to P4 amid difficult track conditions at the F1 São Paulo GP Sprint. The Dutchman took advantage of the chaos in the early laps to climb two positions from his P6 start. Nevertheless, issues with bouncing on the slightly damp track hindered Verstappen’s attempts to put…

Lando Norris on track for McLaren at the 2025 F1 São Paulo GP in Interlagos

F1 | Sprint Race | São Paulo GP | Norris takes commanding victory as Piastri crashes out

Ryan McGahey2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins mins

McLaren’s Lando Norris claims F1 Sprint victory for the São Paulo GP in commanding fashion as Oscar Piastri ended his morning in the barriers. McLaren’s Lando Norris lined up on pole alongside Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli at the sharp end of the Interlagos grid. His McLaren teammate, and championship competitor Oscar Piatri started behind him in…

Max Verstappen laments grip Issues after qualifying P6 as Yuki Tsunoda exits in SQ1 amid troubled session for Red Bull in F1 São Paulo GP Sprint Qualifying

Verstappen voices frustration after troubled F1 São Paulo GP Sprint Qualifying for Red Bull

Magdalena Put2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins mins

Red Bull endured a bruising Friday afternoon at Interlagos as Max Verstappen qualified just sixth for Saturday’s F1 São Paulo Sprint, grappling with persistent handling issues, while Yuki Tsunoda suffered an early exit. After a strong run of form post-summer break, Verstappen’s charge has seemingly stalled. McLaren set the pace early on with a dominant…

The only practice session of the weekend has taken place at the F1 São Paulo GP, full FP1 report and results below.

F1 | FP1 | São Paulo GP | Norris pips Piastri to P1 as McLaren dominate

James O'Connor2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins mins

The only practice session of the weekend has taken place at the F1 São Paulo GP, full FP1 report and results below. It was a good start for Oscar Piastri. A 1:12.169 from the Australian saw him lead Alonso and Norris at the 5-minute mark. Lewis Hamilton would then split the Aussie and Spaniard, going…