Norris wins Brazil GP but warns McLaren not yet a title contender

Lando Norris won the São Paulo Grand Prix for the second year running, crossing the line more than 14 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen in the Red Bull. Norris had started from pole but dropped to third on the opening lap after losing places to Kimi Antonelli and Liam Lawson.

Norris said he had been unhappy with the start, saying the error was his, and that he had been patient as the race played out. Strategy calls in changing conditions helped him recover, with McLaren bringing him in for slicks a lap earlier than Antonelli. When Antonelli spun at Turn 1 on lap 20, Norris inherited the lead.

Despite the win, Norris said McLaren is still "not at the level to fight for a world championship". The victory was his third of the 2026 season and his 14th in Formula 1.