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errari endured a disappointing Sprint Qualifying session at the F1 São Paulo GP, with both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc facing significant challenges around the Interlagos circuit.

Ferrari struggle at F1 São Paulo GP Sprint Qualifying as Hamilton and Leclerc face setbacks

Chiara Martin8 months ago8 months ago04 mins

Ferrari endured a disappointing Sprint Qualifying session at the F1 São Paulo GP, with both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc facing significant challenges around the Interlagos circuit. Ferrari’s struggles were evident from the early stages of qualifying, as both drivers grappled with pace issues that left them well outside contention for pole position. Hamilton’s session…

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'Connor8 months ago8 months ago03 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…

Bortoleto is set to experience his first São Paulo GP as an F1 driver this weekend, following an impressive points finish in Mexico City.

Bortoleto embraces home debut at F1 São Paulo GP

Chiara Martin8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

Gabriel Bortoleto is set to experience his first São Paulo GP as an F1 driver this weekend, following an impressive points finish in Mexico City. The young Brazilian secured tenth place at the Mexico City GP just two weeks ago, climbing from 16th on the grid to claim a championship point for Sauber. Now, he…

Jenson Button and Brawn GP celebrate after securing the Formula 1 World Drivers' and World Constructors' Championships at the 2009 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix.

Jenson Button’s championship-winning moment: The story of the 2009 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix

Dillon Rigby8 months ago8 months ago08 mins

Before the Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix was transformed into the F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix in 2021, the Autódromo José Carlos Pace, better known as Interlagos, witnessed many championship-clinching races. One of which came in the penultimate round of the 2009 F1 World Championship which saw Jenson Button claim his first and only World…

Six circuits that should be on the 2026 F1 Academy calendar

Editorial Staff10 months ago10 months ago010 mins

Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, Melbourne, Australia By Olivia Pursehouse Photo Credit: Formula 1 Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit is a track that would be ideal for F1 Academy. With two Australians now on the grid, a home race would be something they dream of. We have seen the success and drama of Formula 2…

Kimi Räikkönen and Giancarlo Fisichella celebrate as the only two drivers on the podium after the 2003 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix in Jordan F1's final victory

Jordan F1’s final victory: The story of the dramatic 2003 Brazilian Grand Prix

Dillon Rigby1 year ago1 year ago010 mins

With the news of Eddie Jordan‘s unfortunate passing shaking the Formula 1 paddock, it is important to remember his greatest accolades and Jordan F1’s final victory with Giancarlo Fisichella at the 2003 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix was just the last of many unexpected achievements that encapsulated his team’s underdog story. The charismatic one-of-a-kind Formula 1…

Importance of F1 Brazil GP result “not lost” on Oakes as Alpine leap up the championship standings

Ryan McGahey2 years ago2 years ago04 mins

Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes admits he was taken aback when he realised the financial benefits of Alpine’s leap up the constructors’ championship standings following their double podium in the F1 Brazil GP. A sensational P2 and P3 for the struggling Enstone-based Alpine was a major talking point following the race at Interlagos. The team’s…

F1 drivers call for improvement of Interlagos‘ new track surface

Ahmet-Kaan Cirakman2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

Formula 1 drivers voiced their complaints about the bumpy track surface of the Interlagos Circuit during the São Paulo Grand Prix. Several drivers now urge the operators to improve the new surface ahead of the next year‘s race. The track underwent a major resurface operation. The full track was re-laid with new asphalt ahead of…

Stella: Aborted start regulations “a little tricky” to understand after F1 Brazil GP controversy

Rachel Stephens2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

Lando Norris’ F1 Brazil GP weekend took a turn for the worse after he and his McLaren team led by Andrea Stella were penalised for a starting procedure breach that has sparked debate over the clarity of F1’s aborted-start regulations. McLaren believes that the current rules are murky, following the sequence of events that played…

McLaren “just slow” in second half of F1 Brazil GP, says Oscar Piastri

Chiara Martin2 years ago2 years ago04 mins

The Brazil Grand Prix at Interlagos proved to be one of Oscar Piastri’s most demanding races of the season. Starting from a mixed-up grid following a rain-soaked qualifying, Piastri navigated through a tumultuous race filled with penalties, challenging conditions, and a relentless battle to maintain pace. Reflecting on the race, Piastri candidly admitted, “Amongst the…