Max Verstappen charges from 21st to second in Brazilian Grand Prix
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:11 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Max Verstappen of Red Bull made an impressive drive from 21st to second place in the ongoing Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos. Starting near the back due to an engine penalty, Verstappen initially expressed concerns about overtaking difficulties on the circuit. However, his performance has disproven these fears as he navigates through the field. The race continues, with drivers still vying for position.
- •Max Verstappen starts 21st after an engine penalty
- •Currently in second place during the race
- •Ongoing race at Interlagos, São Paulo
- •Red Bull team principal praises Verstappen's drive
- •Verstappen warned about overtaking difficulties prior to the race
- 11:11 PMMotorsport.com — Red Bull boss hails Max Verstappen's Brazil podium: "He's beating the sim on a regular basis"
- 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Red Bull boss hails Max Verstappen's Brazil podium: "He's beating the sim on a regular basis"
"Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies said no simulation could have predicted Max Verstappen's charge from 21st to second in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos. The Dutchman started near the back of the grid after an engine penalty and warned after qualifying that it would be harder to overtake at the São Paulo circuit than in previous years. But he proved himself wrong with an ...Keep reading
"Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies admitted that no simulation could have predicted Max Verstappen's charge from 21st to second in Brazil
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External links- Motorsport.comNov 8, 2026, 11:11 PMRed Bull boss hails Max Verstappen's Brazil podium: "He's beating the sim on a regular basis"
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies said no simulation could have predicted Max Verstappen's charge from 21st to second in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos. The Dutchman started near the back of the grid after an engine penalty and warned after qualifying that it would be harder to overtake at the São Paulo circuit than in previous years. But he proved himself wrong with an ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsNov 8, 2026, 11:11 PMRed Bull boss hails Max Verstappen's Brazil podium: "He's beating the sim on a regular basis"
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies admitted that no simulation could have predicted Max Verstappen's charge from 21st to second in Brazil
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