Overview
- Lando Norris converted sprint pole to victory in light rain at Interlagos, moving 11 points clear in the drivers’ standings.
- Oscar Piastri crashed out after sliding into the wall, continuing a recent dip in form that has cost him momentum in the title fight.
- Mercedes locked out the remaining podium places, with rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli second ahead of George Russell after Antonelli had split the McLarens in Friday’s sprint qualifying.
- A red flag followed a multi-car incident that also involved Franco Colapinto and Nico Hülkenberg, and the race resumed with a rolling start.
- Max Verstappen finished fourth to keep pressure on from behind in the championship, and Grand Prix qualifying is scheduled later on Saturday.