Verstappen Climbs 19 Places in Brazil and Breaks Interlagos Record

Starting from 21st place due to a grid penalty, Max Verstappen crossed the checkered flag in 2nd place at the Brazilian Grand Prix in Sao Paulo. Changing weather conditions, pit stop strategies and tyre choices stood out during the race.

Over the 71-lap battle, the four-time world champion climbed 19 places and took the record at Interlagos. The previous record belonged to Carlos Sainz, who gained 17 positions in 2019.

With three races left in the Formula 1 season, the battle for second place in the drivers' standings has heated up. Scoring 18 points in Brazil, Verstappen raised his total to 279 and extended his gap in the fight for second place to 17 points. Mercedes driver George Russell, who has increased his total to 262, is currently second in the standings.

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton saw the checkered flag in ninth place in Brazil. He is fourth in the standings with 261 points.