By Basant El-Faramawy
Formula 1 returns to the Interlagos circuit in São Paulo for the 20th round of the 2026 season, the São Paulo Grand Prix, with the championship already decided in favor of Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli.
Championship standings
Antonelli, 20, became the youngest-ever world champion after securing a podium finish at the previous round in Mexico City, giving him an unassailable lead with four races remaining. Max Verstappen sits second in the drivers' standings, two points ahead of Lewis Hamilton, while George Russell is fourth. In the constructors' championship, Mercedes leads Ferrari by 126 points.
Session times (GMT)
Friday, 6 November: Free Practice 1 at 3:30pm, Free Practice 2 at 7:00pm. Saturday, 7 November: Free Practice 3 at 2:30pm, Qualifying at 6:00pm. Sunday, 8 November: Race at 5:00pm.
TV and streaming
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports will broadcast all sessions live, with race coverage starting at 3:30pm BST. Sky Go app access is available for subscribers, while a NOWTV Day Pass offers a non-subscription option. In the United States, every session streams on Apple TV, which offers a seven-day free trial. Viewers traveling abroad may need a VPN to access their home streaming service.
Remaining 2026 calendar
After Brazil, the season continues with the Las Vegas Grand Prix (19-21 November), the Qatar Grand Prix (27-29 November), and concludes with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (4-6 December).
