F1 qualifying results: Who takes pole for the F1 Sprint at the São Paulo Grand Prix?

F1 Qualifying Results: Who Takes Pole for the F1 Sprint at the São Paulo Grand Prix?

Who will claim pole position in São Paulo? Follow the action as Formula 1 sets the grid for the F1 Sprint race at the São Paulo Grand Prix.

Season Overview and Title Fight

The 2025 Formula 1 season is nearing its end, but the competition remains intense. Max Verstappen’s recent dominance at the United States Grand Prix—winning both the F1 Sprint and the main race—has propelled the four-time Drivers’ Champion into a strong position in the 2025 title battle.

In response, Lando Norris delivered a commanding performance at the Mexico City Grand Prix. He currently leads his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri by just one point—357 to 356—with Verstappen trailing 36 points behind at 321.

Constructors’ Championship and Team Standings

McLaren has already secured its second consecutive Constructors’ Championship, but the contest for second place remains fierce, mirroring the battle among drivers. Ferrari currently holds a slim one-point lead over Mercedes—356 to 355—with Red Bull closing in thanks to Verstappen’s recent surge.

Ferrari: 356 points
Mercedes: 355 points
Red Bull: 346 points

Every point these final weekends is crucial.

São Paulo Grand Prix: Penultimate Sprint Weekend

This weekend’s São Paulo Grand Prix marks the second-to-last F1 Sprint event of the 2025 season. Soon, the field will set the starting grid for tomorrow’s sprint race, where the winner earns eight points.

"Every point counts."

With the championship battles so close, the outcome of this sprint race could be decisive.

Author’s summary: The 2025 F1 season’s intense battles come to a head at São Paulo’s penultimate Sprint race, where every single point could sway the championship results.

SB Nation — 2025-11-07