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Liam Lawson starts third for Brazilian GP following grid penalties

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 8:27 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Liam Lawson starts third for Brazilian GP following grid penalties

Summary

Liam Lawson will start from third place at the Brazilian GP on Sunday after penalties promoted him from fifth in qualifying. This marks his best grid position, equaling his previous career-best from earlier this season in Azerbaijan. The New Zealander, who is yet to secure a podium in his F1 career, is optimistic about his chances despite challenging weather conditions expected during the race. Lando Norris secured pole position with a time of 1:27.470 amid a rain-soaked qualifying session.

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By the Numbers

•Lawson benefited from penalties to George Russell and Charles Leclerc.
•Norris secured his third consecutive pole position at Interlagos.
•Lawson's best race result so far is fifth place.
•Rainy conditions are forecast for the race on Sunday.
•Lawson seeks to capitalize on his competitive starting position.

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8:27 AMYahoo Sports — Liam Lawson's First F1 Podium Within Reach As Penalties Promote Him to Third for Sunday's Brazilian GP

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Liam Lawson is in a strong position to secure his maiden Formula 1 podium at the Brazilian GP on Sunday at Interlagos. Lawson finds himself…
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