Formula 1 heads to Sao Paulo with the drivers' title already secured and the constructors' championship potentially decided on Sunday. Kimi Antonelli views the remaining races as preparation to defend his 2027 title, while George Russell seeks to rectify past mistakes. Mercedes aims to secure points to lock away the constructors' title, having dominated the season's opening before a competitive battle emerged between Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull.
In the last 12 races, Mercedes won six, Red Bull three, McLaren two, and Ferrari one. A key narrative involves the tension between Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, who crashed on the first lap in Mexico, squandering a potential one-two finish. Following Thursday's talks resolved by Frederic Vasseur, both drivers emphasized team priority.
Hamilton remains outspoken on the issue, comparing Leclerc's racing style to his predecessors Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz, stating he will not be silenced. Vasseur stressed that Ferrari must come first. With Mercedes eyeing a return to 2010s form and Ferrari looking to bridge the gap to title contention, the Brazilian Grand Prix sets the stage for the next championship battle.
Source: BBC Sport · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing