Welcome to the live coverage of Sprint Qualifying at the 2025 Formula 1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Round 21 of the season at the legendary Interlagos circuit. Known for its erratic weather, fervent fans, and intense racing, Interlagos always delivers unpredictable action.
Drivers must perform flawlessly in the three-part Sprint Qualifying session that determines the starting grid for Saturday's Sprint Race. With no margin for error, every lap counts under high pressure.
The one-hour Free Practice 1 earlier gave teams a limited opportunity to adjust before parc fermé restrictions took effect, raising the stakes for today’s qualifying.
"The three-stage Sprint Qualifying session demands absolute precision as it sets the grid for the Saturday sprint race at Interlagos."
Stay tuned for live lap times, reports, and crucial developments throughout the Sprint Qualifying.
Author’s summary: The fierce Sprint Qualifying at Interlagos challenges drivers to deliver perfect laps under pressure, with Norris leading early and Verstappen facing a tough start.