By Joe Murphy
Lando Norris dominated the Sao Paulo GP Sprint, winning by just 0.845 seconds from Kimi Antonelli. Norris led every lap, showcasing his composure and skill in tricky conditions. The Briton’s victory extends his championship lead to nine points over Oscar Piastri, who crashed out early on.
The sprint was marked by drama, including Piastri’s crash and Gabriel Bortoleto’s massive shunt on the final lap. Max Verstappen charged through the field to finish fourth, while Charles Leclerc impressed with a late move on Fernando Alonso for fifth.
Norris’s win was a testament to his adaptability, as he managed his soft tyres expertly throughout the 24-lap contest. The McLaren driver held off pressure from Antonelli and George Russell, demonstrating his title credentials.
He’ll look to do the same on Sunday a she bids for more championship points.
Sprint Results: (top 5)
- 1. Lando Norris (McLaren) – 53:25.928
- 2. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – +0.845s
- 3. George Russell (Mercedes) – +2.318s
- 4. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – +4.423s
- 5. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +16.483s
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