Norris wins wet São Paulo Grand Prix as Mercedes clinch title

Lando Norris mastered the changing conditions at Interlagos to win the São Paulo Grand Prix, taking his third victory of the season and finishing more than 14 seconds clear of Max Verstappen. The British publication The Times suggested the result reminded everyone of his ability as he looks towards another title challenge in 2027, provided McLaren can supply a competitive car.

Verstappen recovered from 21st on the grid to finish second, gaining eight positions in the opening five laps. Isack Hadjar took a podium for Red Bull, running second for much of the middle stages before finishing third. Mercedes secured the constructors' championship during the weekend.

At Ferrari, Charles Leclerc finished eighth after a penalty following a late battle with Liam Lawson, while Lewis Hamilton recovered from 20th to finish ninth on his 400th Formula 1 start, as the internal rivalry between the pair continued.