Lando Norris conquers Interlagos as Mercedes captures Constructors’ Championship
NOVEMBER 8
The 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix delivered a spectacular afternoon of Formula 1 racing as McLaren’s Lando Norris survived changing weather conditions to capture victory at the legendary Autódromo José Carlos Pace in Interlagos, Brazil.
Norris started from pole position and overcame an eventful opening to secure his third victory of the season.
However, the biggest headline beyond the race was Mercedes officially securing the 2026 Constructors’ Championship.
Race results – Top 10
| 1 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 3 | Isack Hadjar | Red Bull |
| 4 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 5 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes |
| 6 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren |
| 7 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls |
| 8 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 9 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari |
| 10 | Nico Hülkenberg | Audi |
Race highlights
Norris delivers under pressure
Norris demonstrated excellent composure throughout the 71-lap race.
After losing positions at the start, he recovered and took control following Antonelli’s spin on Lap 20.
Verstappen produces an incredible comeback
Starting 21st, Verstappen charged through the field to finish second.
His recovery drive was one of the outstanding performances of the weekend.
Hadjar makes history
Isack Hadjar secured third place, giving Red Bull a double podium and another major milestone in his Formula 1 career.
Mercedes celebrates championship success
George Russell finished fourth and Kimi Antonelli fifth.
Those points were enough to secure Mercedes its ninth Constructors’ Championship.
Biggest disappointments
Oscar Piastri could only manage sixth.
Lewis Hamilton finished ninth after starting 20th.
Kimi Antonelli lost the lead following a spin.
Lance Stroll retired.
Valtteri Bottas failed to start.
Driver of the Race: Max Verstappen
Best performance: Lando Norris
Comeback of the Race: Max Verstappen
Biggest team achievement: Mercedes
Surprise performer: Isack Hadjar
Final Thoughts
The São Paulo Grand Prix delivered everything Formula 1 fans could want: changing weather, strategic decisions, overtaking, mistakes, championship celebrations and an outstanding comeback from Verstappen.
Norris was the deserving winner, but Mercedes was the weekend’s biggest championship success story.
Next stop: Las Vegas Grand Prix.
