F1 Brazil GP long runs: Kimi Antonelli dominates as Ferrari endures a nightmare Friday
Kimi Antonelli has been the benchmark throughout the Formula 1 weekend in Sao Paulo so far. The newly crowned world champion was not only the fastest driver over a single lap in Free Practice 2, but also made a strong statement in the long-run simulations. Mercedes therefore appears to be in the strongest position heading into the remainder of the weekend. Ferrari, by contrast, endured an ...…
Formula One drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will face 10-place grid penalties in Brazil for changing their engines for the first time this season. The penalty was imposed by the FIA following confrontations with Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur. Hamilton expressed frustration over his team-mate's aggressive overtake in Mexico, questioning Leclerc's mentality.
However, Vasseur and Leclerc claim the issue is resolved, allowing Verstappen to win the previous race and climb to second in the standings. Verstappen, familiar with starting from the back due to engine changes, won from 17th place in 2024 during heavy rain. Rain is expected to affect both qualifying and the Sunday race in Brazil, where temperatures are forecast to rise.
Mercedes' Kimi Antolinu has already clinched the championship, leaving Ferrari in contention for the constructors' title, though they trail the Mercedes. The São Paulo Grand Prix has been secured on the calendar until 2035 after a five-year extension.
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