Formula 1 heads into Saturday’s action at Interlagos with Kimi Antonelli leading the positions after the second practice session for the Brazilian GP. The recent world champion achieved a time of 1:10.763, leaving Lando Norris 0.253 seconds behind and Max Verstappen just 0.006 seconds further back in third position.
George Russell took fourth place, followed by Oscar Piastri, with the Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull teams closely matched heading into qualifying. However, Russell will be penalized with five places on the grid after his team installed a sixth internal combustion engine in his car.
Saturday’s action is expected to feature changing weather conditions, which could further complicate qualifying at a circuit known for its quick weather shifts.
How to follow the Brazilian GP of F1
The way to follow Formula 1 varies by location. In the United States, Apple TV is the main broadcasting partner for the 2026 season, with all sessions available on its platform. F1 TV continues as the global streaming service for the competition.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports is the exclusive broadcaster of the championship, airing all sessions live throughout the 2026 season. Additionally, F1 coverage can be viewed via Sky Go or NOW, and highlights are broadcast for free on Channel 4.
Local schedules for the Brazilian GP
Saturday, November 7:
- Practice 3: 11:30 am BRT
- Qualifying: 3:00 pm BRT
For UK spectators:
- Practice 3: 2:30 pm GMT
- Qualifying: 6:00 pm GMT
For viewers in Eastern Time, USA:
- Practice 3: 9:30 am ET
- Qualifying: 1:00 pm ET
Weather forecast for Saturday
Warmer and more unstable weather is expected in Interlagos, with temperatures around 26-28 °C during practice 3 and a possibility of showers around noon. Conditions could further complicate qualifying, with temperatures possibly reaching 27-29 °C and an increased risk of storms.
Moreover, strong winds could complicate the situation, with gusts potentially exceeding 40-50 km/h throughout the day.
Details of the Brazilian GP Circuit
- Circuit: Autódromo José Carlos Pace
- Location: São Paulo, Brazil
- Circuit type: permanent circuit
- Race distance: 71 laps / 305.879 km
- Circuit length: 4.309 km
- Number of corners: 15
Interlagos is a compact circuit with an anti-clockwise layout recognized for its elevations, the descent of Senna S, and a technical middle sector that offers overtaking opportunities and close competition among drivers.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
