Lando Norris achieves 'pole position' in the rain at Interlagos

Lando Norris secured pole position for the São Paulo Grand Prix amid challenging weather conditions, including heavy rain and track interruptions. The qualifying session faced delays due to flooding, leading to multiple red flags. Norris achieved the fastest lap in Q3 with a time of 1:27.470, while George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli followed. However, grid penalties for Russell and Charles Leclerc altered the starting positions, promoting Antonelli to the front row. Max Verstappen, facing a significant penalty, did not compete actively in qualifying. The upcoming race is expected to be affected by cold temperatures and potential rain, complicating tire strategies.