Norris on pole after a soaking wet qualifying for the São Paulo GP, Verstappen exits after Q1

The qualifying session faced interruptions due to heavy rain, delaying it for nearly an hour and a half. Despite the challenging conditions, Lando Norris secured pole position, while George Russell and Kimi Antonelli followed. Max Verstappen participated only in Q1 due to a grid penalty. Several drivers struggled with the wet track, including Gabriel Bortoleto and Rafael Camara, who crashed. The session showcased impressive performances despite the weather, with Norris achieving his fourth pole of the season. The São Paulo Grand Prix is set to start on Sunday, with more rain expected.