LIVE: Reaction as Norris Claims Sprint Pole; Hamilton Under Investigation
Follow the live updates from Sprint Qualifying at the 2025 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix in São Paulo.
Lando Norris Leads Sprint Qualifying
Lando Norris arrived at Sprint Qualifying as a slight favourite after setting the fastest time in the sole free practice session at Interlagos. The championship leader edged out his teammate Oscar Piastri by just 0.023 seconds, signaling a strong performance from McLaren.
McLaren's Dominance in Practice
McLaren showed impressive speed in practice, holding a substantial advantage of six-tenths of a second over the next quickest driver, Nico Hulkenberg of Stake F1.
Concerns for Red Bull and Ferrari
Significant doubts hang over Red Bull and Ferrari heading into Sprint Qualifying, as Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton, and Yuki Tsunoda finished the practice session among the slowest four. Notably, all four used the hard tyre during practice.
"Will they find pace in sprint qualifying?"
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Author's summary: Lando Norris topped practice and secured Sprint pole amid early doubts over Red Bull and Ferrari's pace, with Hamilton under investigation ahead of the 2025 Brazilian GP Sprint Qualifying.