Norris wins sprint to extend lead as Piastri crashes
Summary
Lando Norris won the sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, extending his lead in the championship by nine points over his team-mate Oscar Piastri, who crashed out. The race saw multiple crashes, including ones involving Nico Hulkenberg, Franco Colapinto, and Gabriel Bortoleto, but all drivers were unharmed. Norris successfully defended his lead against challenges from Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli.Key Facts
- Lando Norris increased his championship lead to nine points by winning the sprint race.
- Oscar Piastri, Norris's team-mate and title contender, crashed out early in the race.
- The race was temporarily stopped due to crashes by Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto.
- Gabriel Bortoleto had a high-speed crash while trying to overtake another car but was unharmed.
- The crash occurred after Bortoleto hit a wet patch on the track.
- Norris managed to hold off Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli for the win.
- Max Verstappen is now 39 points behind Norris in the championship.
- Qualifying for Sunday's main Grand Prix is scheduled for 18:00 GMT.
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