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WATCH: Max Verstappen's miraculous comeback from P17 seals Sao Paulo GP victory

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

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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

Formula 1 Max Verstappen Lando Norris Sao Paulo Grand Prix
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