Lando Norris demonstrated his continued excellent performance by securing the top spot for the Formula 1 Brazil Grand Prix sprint, with his McLaren colleague and championship challenger Oscar Piastri achieving third position.
Mercedes newcomer Andrea Kimi Antonelli positioned himself between the pair, while his Mercedes partner George Russell will accompany Piastri on the second row. Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen are set to share the third row.
These positions are established with four events still to unfold in the 2025 season, during which the championship contest is extremely competitive. Norris leads by a mere point over Piastri, with Verstappen still in contention in third.
The next phase of this competition will take place on Saturday with the sprint race at Interlagos, preceding the qualifying session for Sunday’s grand prix later that day.
Here’s how you can observe all the action.
At what time does the sprint race commence for the F1 Brazil Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing, George Russell, Mercedes
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- Date: Saturday, November 8
- Start time: 2pm GMT/11am local time
The Brazil Grand Prix sprint race is scheduled to begin at 2pm in the United Kingdom and 11am local time, with the Interlagos event anticipated to span 24 laps.
At what time does qualifying begin for the F1 Brazil Grand Prix?
- Date: Saturday, November 8
- Start time: 6pm GMT/3pm local time
The Brazil Grand Prix qualifying session will get underway at 6pm in the UK and 3pm in Sao Paulo, following the conventional Q1, Q2, and Q3 structure.
How can I view Formula 1 events?
For UK-based F1 enthusiasts, the championship is accessible through Sky Sports, which also means it is available via streaming platforms like NOW TV or Sky GO. A Sky Sports F1 subscription costs £20 per month, but it can also be acquired as part of a package that includes all Sky channels for £22.
Alternatively, a one-time day membership for £14.99 is offered on NOW TV, and a monthly contract is available for £31.99. Highlights are also broadcasted on free-to-air television, with Channel 4 presenting a package that airs several hours after the Saturday and Sunday events.
How can I watch the F1 Brazil GP sprint race and grand prix qualifying?
- Channel: Sky Sports F1
- Sprint race start time: 1pm GMT/10am local time
- Grand prix qualifying start time: 5pm GMT/2pm local time
Sky Sports F1 will provide broadcasting for every session in the 2025 F1 season for viewers in the UK. This weekend, Sky’s coverage will commence at 1pm for the sprint race, building up to the qualifying event which starts four hours later. Live commentary can also be accessed via Autosport.
When are the highlight shows for the F1 Brazil GP sprint race and grand prix qualifying available?
Oscar Piastri, McLaren MCL38, Lando Norris, McLaren MCL38, Charles Leclerc, Ferrari SF-24, Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing RB20, the rest of the field on the opening lap
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- Channel: Channel 4
- Start time: 10pm GMT on Saturday, November 8
Throughout the 2025 season, Channel 4 has presented highlight packages of F1’s Saturday and Sunday sessions. For the Brazil Grand Prix, they will broadcast a 90-minute highlight reel featuring both the sprint race and grand prix qualifying, starting at 10pm on Saturday, November 8. It will also be accessible via the streaming platform All 4.
Will radio coverage be available for the F1 Brazil GP sprint race and grand prix qualifying?
Live radio broadcast of the 2025 F1 campaign can be found on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC 5 Live Sports Extra, and the BBC Sport website. For the Brazil Grand Prix sprint race and grand prix qualifying, BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra 2 will provide coverage, with dedicated build-up shows starting at 1:55pm and 5:55pm, respectively.
What is the anticipated weather condition for the sprint race and grand prix qualifying at Interlagos?
The Met Office predicts that Saturday at Interlagos will begin with showers and temperatures between 21-22C. However, it is expected that conditions will dry up by the time the sprint race takes place, with the event occurring under a cloudy sky and air temperatures around 24C. The conditions are anticipated to remain consistent for the qualifying session, with only a 10% probability of rain.
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