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Colton Herta secures FIA super licence with practice at Sao Paulo Grand Prix

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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Colton Herta secures FIA super licence with practice at Sao Paulo Grand Prix

Summary

Colton Herta participated in the first practice session for the 2026 Sao Paulo Grand Prix on November 7, replacing Sergio Perez. He completed 24 laps, earning the final point needed for his FIA super licence, making him eligible to compete in Formula 1 in 2027. Despite this achievement, Ralf Schumacher criticized Herta's prospects in F1, stating that he is 'just burning fuel'. As Herta aims for a future in Formula 1, the assessment from Schumacher raises questions about his readiness for the sport's challenges.

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By the Numbers

•Herta replaced Sergio Perez for practice at Interlagos.
•He completed 24 laps in the practice session.
•Herta secured his FIA super licence point.
•Ralf Schumacher expressed doubts about Herta's F1 prospects.
•Herta is now eligible to race in Formula 1 in 2027.

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12:10 PMMotorsport.com — Ralf Schumacher slams Colton Herta's F1 prospects: "He's just burning fuel"

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On the face of it, Friday at Interlagos could hardly have gone any better for Colton Herta. The Cadillac test driver replaced Sergio Perez in first practice for the 2026 Sao Paulo Grand Prix, completed 24 laps and secured the final point he needed for his FIA super licence. On paper, the American is now eligible to race in Formula 1 in 2027. Former F1 driver turned pundit Ralf Schumacher ...Keep reading
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