Highlights from Sao Paulo Sprint Qualifying: Watch Now
Lando Norris achieved his inaugural Sprint pole of the season during the Sao Paulo qualifying event. Notable performances came from Kimi Antonelli and his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, who rounded out the top three spots. This marked a strong start to the weekend for Norris as he outpaced his major championship rivals.
Sprint Qualifying Highlights from Sao Paulo
Norris managed to secure pole position ahead of key competitors. Max Verstappen, the championship leader, qualified in sixth place, falling behind in a session that showcased fierce competition.
Performance Overview
- Lando Norris: Secured pole position
- Kimi Antonelli: Finished in second place
- Oscar Piastri: Came in third
- Max Verstappen: Qualified sixth
In the final stages of SQ3, Norris managed to perform well despite a tight contest. Initially, he took provisional pole over two fast Mercedes competitors. Piastri struggled with oversteer, placing him in fourth position before making one last attempt to improve his time.
Tire Strategy and Challenges
The transition from medium to soft tires posed challenges for several drivers, resulting in minimal changes in standings. Norris cleverly reduced his lap time at the tail end of the session to solidify his lead. Meanwhile, Piastri narrowly beat George Russell to maintain his podium spot.
Noteworthy Exits
A significant disappointment was for Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton. He failed to reach the top 10, impacted by a yellow flag incident caused by his teammate’s spin during SQ2.
Fans eager to watch the key moments from the Sprint Qualifying can find the highlights on El-Balad’s video player.
