Due to rain, the Brazilian qualifier was halted for 1.5 hours, Norris won in a great battle

The qualifying session for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix faced significant delays due to heavy rain, lasting 1.5 hours before resuming. Lando Norris emerged victorious in a tight battle, with George Russell finishing second. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton will start from the back due to engine penalties, while Ferrari's penalties provide Mercedes a chance to secure the constructors' championship. The session saw multiple interruptions, including a crash by Rafael Câmara, leading to a red flag. Ultimately, Norris secured pole position, followed by Russell, while several drivers faced penalties affecting their starting positions.