The Championship heats up as we approach the Brazilian GP: what to expect.

The Formula 1 circus heads to São Paulo this weekend for the Brazilian Grand Prix — one of the sport’s most atmospheric and unpredictable events. Interlagos, with its undulating layout and anti-clockwise design, has a way of producing chaos: changeable weather, daring overtakes into Turn 1, and safety cars that can flip a race on its head. This year, the championship picture adds another layer of intrigue. Lando Norris arrives as the man of the moment, riding a wave of momentum that’s turned McLaren into a genuine threat at the front. Red Bull, though still strong, appears more vulnerable than it has in years, while Ferrari continues to lurk — opportunistic and ready to pounce. With overtaking opportunities aplenty and strategy often hinging on split-second decisions, Brazil’s short lap tends to reward courage and punish hesitation.

Adding to the drama, this weekend also features the final Sprint format of the season — meaning every session counts. Teams will have just one practice session before diving straight into qualifying for the Sprint, and with rain always a possibility in São Paulo, the order could be shuffled dramatically. Expect a passionate crowd, waving flags and beating drums, fueling the intensity that makes Interlagos feel almost gladiatorial. Whether it’s Norris defending his lead, Verstappen reasserting dominance, or a surprise contender emerging from the chaos, Brazil rarely disappoints. It’s a circuit that tends to write its own stories — and with the championship picture tightening, every lap will matter.