Norris wins gripping race after Antonelli and Russell errors

Lando Norris won the Brazilian Grand Prix in Sao Paulo, dominating the race from pole position despite mixed weather conditions. According to the Winnipeg Free Press, the race was rainy, while Motorsport.com described the conditions as mixed, noting the event both started and finished in the wet. Motorsport.com reports that Norris secured his third win of 2026 by defeating Max Verstappen after reclaiming the lead from Kimi Antonelli, who spun off early in the race.

Mercedes secured the 2026 constructors' championship, a result noted by both BBC Sport and Motorsport.com. The Times of India reports that Kimi Antonelli has clinched the 2026 Drivers' Championship. That outlet further notes that due to grid penalties, top drivers including Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and Charles Leclerc began the race from outside the top six.

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