São Paulo Grand Prix 2025: Interlagos Race Schedule, Results, and Weather Forecast
The São Paulo Grand Prix 2025 at Interlagos promises to be an exciting event on the Formula 1 calendar. The race is scheduled to feature a unique sprint qualifying format on Friday leading up to the main race weekend.
Sprint Qualifying Format
Sprint qualifying consists of three sessions: SQ1, SQ2, and SQ3. Each session has a different duration, designed to challenge the drivers and teams.
- SQ1: Lasts 12 minutes
- SQ2: Lasts 10 minutes
- SQ3: Lasts 8 minutes
During these sessions, the five slowest cars from SQ1 and SQ2 will be eliminated, thereby determining the grid for the sprint race.
Sprint Race Details
The sprint race itself is 100 kilometers in length. Points are awarded to the top eight finishers, which contribute to the overall drivers’ championship standings. The point distribution is as follows:
- 1st Place: 8 points
- 2nd Place: 7 points
- 3rd Place: 6 points
- 4th Place: 5 points
- 5th Place: 4 points
- 6th Place: 3 points
- 7th Place: 2 points
- 8th Place: 1 point
Following the São Paulo Grand Prix, the final sprint event will take place at the Qatar Grand Prix later in the month.
Weather Forecast
As the race date approaches, forecasts will provide updates on weather conditions for the São Paulo Grand Prix. Teams will need to prepare accordingly to handle any challenges that may arise from changing weather patterns.
The Interlagos circuit is known for its unpredictable weather, which could play a significant role in the race’s outcomes.
