Lando Norris delivered a blistering performance at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying, securing pole position for McLaren! The British driver outpaced a strong field, setting the stage for an exciting Sprint race.
McLaren's Dominance
Norris's pole-winning lap of 1m 09.243s proved unbeatable. Kimi Antonelli in the Mercedes secured the other front-row spot, finishing just 0.097s behind. Oscar Piastri, also in a McLaren, will start from third, showcasing McLaren's impressive pace at Interlagos.
Sprint Qualifying Results Highlights
- Lando Norris (McLaren) - P1
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) - P2
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - P3
- George Russell (Mercedes) - P4
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) - P5
Aston Martin and Red Bull
Fernando Alonso secured a solid fifth place for Aston Martin, with Lance Stroll in seventh. Max Verstappen, however, appeared frustrated, finishing sixth after seemingly struggling to find the optimal setup. Charles Leclerc finished eighth for Ferrari.
Hamilton's Struggles
Lewis Hamilton missed out on SQ3, finishing 11th in SQ2. He also faces an investigation for a yellow flag infringement, adding to a challenging day for the seven-time World Champion.
Practice One: McLaren's Pace Continues
Earlier in Practice One, Lando Norris also topped the timesheets, closely followed by Oscar Piastri, further highlighting McLaren's strong form. Yuki Tsunoda crashed, and Lewis Hamilton spun, adding drama to the session.
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix Sprint is shaping up to be a thrilling event, with McLaren looking strong. Tune in to see if they can convert their qualifying pace into a race win!