Brazilian Grand Prix 2025 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Lando Norris delivered a commanding performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix, sweeping both Saturday's sprint and Sunday's main race at Interlagos to significantly strengthen his championship position. The British driver converted pole position into a dominant 10.388-second victory over Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli, with championship rival Max Verstappen finishing third. Norris's Saturday sprint victory, won by 0.845 seconds over Antonelli with George Russell third, demonstrated McLaren's superior pace across the entire weekend.

Sunday's main race unfolded as a Norris masterclass, the McLaren driver controlling every phase of the 71-lap race through Interlagos' undulating layout. Starting from pole, Norris managed the race with precision and maturity, never allowing his rivals any opportunity to challenge. Antonelli's second place marked another impressive performance from the Mercedes rookie, while Verstappen's podium finish kept him in mathematical contention but facing a significant points deficit. With three races remaining in Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi, Norris's double victory extended his championship lead to a commanding margin, though the title remains mathematically open.

The Brazilian Grand Prix marked a pivotal moment in the 2025 championship battle, with Norris demonstrating the consistency and speed required of a title contender. His six race wins combined with crucial points-scoring finishes have put him in the driver's seat heading into the final triple-header. McLaren's resurgence has been remarkable, with the team poised to secure both the drivers' and constructors' championships for the first time since their glory years. The season finale promises to be a tense affair as Norris looks to convert his advantage into his maiden world title.