Max Verstappen showcased a legendary drive in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, storming through the field from 17th on the grid to clinch a stunning victory at Interlagos. Despite the treacherous wet conditions, Verstappen, now a three-time Formula 1 world champion, flawlessly manoeuvred his Red Bull, emerging unscathed while several rivals struggled to keep their cars on track.
This win not only ended Verstappen's ten-race winless streak but also highlighted his masterful control and resilience under challenging circumstances. Starting at the back due to a poor qualifying session, Verstappen’s relentless charge through the pack became one of the standout performances of his career.
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The wet weather created chaos for many drivers, yet Verstappen remained focused, his Red Bull delivering when it mattered most. As he crossed the line, Verstappen’s victory was celebrated as one of the season’s most iconic moments, underlining why he is considered one of the sport’s best.
Lando Norris almost loses the WDC title!
McLaren’s Lando Norris, who had started from pole, endured a disappointing race, ultimately finishing sixth. The British driver’s troubles began early, as he struggled to maintain control in the slippery conditions, losing positions and momentum as the race progressed. Norris is also under investigation for a potential start infringement, which could lead to further penalties and impact his position in the drivers’ standings.
Adding to the day’s drama, the Alpine duo of Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly delivered a remarkable double podium, finishing second and third, respectively. Their strong performance marked a significant achievement for the Alpine team and provided much-needed points as they pushed forward in the Constructors’ Championship.
Here are the final race results:
Position |
Driver |
Team |
Time |
1 |
Max Verstappen |
Red Bull |
LAP 69 |
2 |
Esteban Ocon |
Alpine |
+19.477 |
3 |
Pierre Gasly |
Alpine |
+22.532 |
4 |
George Russell |
Mercedes |
+23.265 |
5 |
Charles Leclerc |
Ferrari |
+30.177 |
6 |
Lando Norris |
McLaren |
+31.372 |
7 |
Yuki Tsunoda |
VCARB |
+42.056 |
8 |
Oscar Piastri |
McLaren |
+44.943 |
9 |
Liam Lawson |
VCARB |
+50.452 |
10 |
Lewis Hamilton |
Mercedes |
+50.753 |
11 |
Sergio Pérez |
Red Bull |
+51.531 |
12 |
Oliver Bearman |
Haas |
+57.085 |
13 |
Valtteri Bottas |
Stake |
+63.588 |
14 |
Fernando Alonso |
Aston Martin |
+78.049 |
15 |
Guanyu Zhou |
Stake |
+79.649 |
16 |
Carlos Sainz |
Ferrari |
31L |
17 |
Franco Colapinto |
Williams |
39L |
18 |
Nico Hulkenberg |
Haas |
DNF |
19 |
Alexander Albon |
Williams |
DNF |
20 |
Lance Stroll |
Aston Martin |
DNF |