Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen hit with F1 grid penalties for Brazilian GP

Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, and Max Verstappen have been handed grid penalties for the upcoming Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix, which will take place at the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace in Sao Paulo. Ferrari has opted to carry out a planned engine change for both Hamilton and Leclerc's SF-26 cars, resulting in a 10-place penalty for each driver.

Verstappen, on the other hand, will incur a penalty placing him at the very back of the grid due to a complete power unit change. Red Bull had initially planned to wait before making such a change, but decided to go ahead on Friday after Verstappen experienced several small issues during practice sessions. The drivers are all aware of the challenging nature of the task ahead, with Hamilton having a history of impressive comebacks in Brazil and Leclerc acknowledging the difficult work required to get their cars ready for Sunday's race. Sergio Perez, however, will start from the back of the grid due to his engine change as well.