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Norris reflects on his 2026 F1 São Paulo GP victory, McLaren's strategy, challenging wet conditions and the team's latest upgrades
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Norris reflects on one of his “best” F1 victories after overcoming challenging conditions at 2026 São Paulo GP

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein09 mins

Lando Norris claimed his 14th Formula 1 (F1) victory at the 2026 São Paulo GP, overcoming a difficult start and unpredictable weather conditions to secure his second consecutive win at Interlagos. Despite losing two positions on the opening lap, the McLaren driver fought his way back to the front through a combination of strategic decisions,…

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F1 | 2026 São Paulo GP | Race | Norris claims dominant win in mixed conditions; Mercedes takes Constructors’ title

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein014 mins

Following a rain-affected qualifying session and a series of grid penalties, the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP at Interlagos promised an unpredictable race. McLaren’s Lando Norris secured pole position ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell and newly crowned World Champion Kimi Antonelli, who moved up to the front row after his teammate received a five-place grid…

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Lando Norris claims pole in wet F1 São Paulo GP Qualifying, crediting his confidence and McLaren's upgrades despite a pace deficit.
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Norris credits wet-weather confidence for pole in F1 São Paulo GP Qualifying

Chiara Martin011 mins

Lando Norris claimed pole position for the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP after mastering a rain-hit Qualifying session at Interlagos, admitting that the difficult conditions gave McLaren an opportunity it might not have enjoyed in the dry. The Briton secured his first pole position since Madrid with a 1:27.470, beating Mercedes’ George Russell by 0.204…

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McLaren's Lando Norris takes pole position in a rain-delayed qualifying for the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP.
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F1 | 2026 São Paulo GP | Qualifying | Norris claims pole from Russell in rain-delayed session

Ewout Albrecht06 mins

With a wet track and more rain coming in, the form book from free practice was out of the window for qualifying for the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP. The drivers lined up early in pit lane anticipating the incoming shower. Unfortunately, right before the lights turned green the heavens opened. This prompted Aston Martin,…

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Lewis Hamilton for Ferrari on Friday at the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP, marking the start to his 400th race start weekend
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F1 drivers on Lewis Hamilton’s impact on the sport as he celebrates 400th race start at 2026 São Paulo GP

Shermaine Wong08 mins

At the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP, Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton will reach yet another milestone in the sport as the seven-time World Champion is set to make his 400th Grand Prix start. The Briton, who first made his debut at the 2007 F1 Australian GP, has now done a total of 20 seasons in the…

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Lando Norris welcomes McLaren's promising upgrades after a strong Friday at the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP, despite Mercedes' advantage.
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Norris encouraged by McLaren upgrades after strong Friday at 2026 F1 São Paulo GP

Chiara Martin06 mins

Lando Norris believes McLaren’s latest upgrades have delivered an encouraging step forward following a competitive opening day at the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP. The Briton topped FP1 before finishing second in FP2, while the team gathered positive data from its new package. McLaren arrived at Interlagos with updates to its front and rear wings,…

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LN4 Fusion confirms four-car British F4 entry for 2027 after acquiring a majority stake in Chris Dittmann Racing.
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LN4 Fusion confirms four-car British F4 entry for 2027 following Chris Dittmann Racing investment

Karishma Persad07 mins

LN4 Fusion has confirmed its entry into the 2027 Wera Tools British F4 Championship, expanding its junior single-seater programme after acquiring a majority stake in Chris Dittmann Racing. The Lando Norris-backed organisation will field four cars during its debut season, with Chris Dittmann continuing as Team Principal of the British operation. The announcement represents another…

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Lando Norris tops 2026 F1 São Paulo GP FP1 ahead of Antonelli and Verstappen as Slater triggers a red flag and Minì impresses.
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F1 | 2026 São Paulo GP | FP1 | Norris leads Antonelli as rookie Slater brings out red flag

Karishma Persad05 mins

Lando Norris topped the timesheets during FP1 at the 2026 F1 São Paulo GP, setting a 1:11.717 around the Autódromo José Carlos Pace. The McLaren driver finished just 0.082 seconds ahead of newly crowned World Champion Kimi Antonelli, while Max Verstappen completed the top three, 0.236 seconds behind Norris. Following his championship triumph at the…

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LN4 Fusion confirms its Formula Trophy Malaysia debut at Sepang with Bondarev, Nanji and Phillips ahead of its 2027 programmes.
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LN4 Fusion confirms Formula Trophy Malaysia debut with Bondarev, Nanji and Phillips

Karishma Persad08 mins

LN4 Fusion will make its competitive racing debut in the final two rounds of the 2026 Formula Trophy Malaysia season, fielding a three-car line-up featuring Oleksandr Bondarev, Lucas Nanji and Jesse Phillips. The newly established team will enter the championship at Sepang International Circuit, marking its first competitive appearance just two months after its official…

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Norris believes he “could have a fought for a win” with better starting spot at 2026 F1 Mexico City GP

James O'Connor05 mins

2025 F1 World Champion Lando Norris finished in P5 in the 2026 Mexico City GP following a promising showing, even if the final outcome was not spectacular. From P6 on the grid, he had a tricky first lap, falling behind Arvid Lindblad and Franco Colapinto. As Isack Hadjar — who did jump ahead initially —…

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