BBC Coverage Guide for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix

The Sao Paulo Grand Prix is scheduled to commence earlier than initially planned, at 15:00 GMT on Sunday, November 3rd. This Formula 1 triple-header concludes at Interlagos with the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, which features the season’s fifth sprint event, taking place from November 1st to 3rd. In Mexico, Lando Norris narrowed Max Verstappen’s lead to 47 points and characterized his competitor as “dangerous” as the championship contest intensified. Verstappen incurred two 10-second penalties and completed the race in sixth position. Norris secured second place, finishing behind grand prix victor Carlos Sainz. Live commentary will be accessible via BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds, and the BBC Sport website and application. Additionally, listening is now possible through most smart speakers. To tune in, simply state, “ask BBC Sounds to play the Sao Paulo Grand Prix,” followed by the current session. Listeners are encouraged to download the Chequered Flag podcast, which offers previews and reviews for every race throughout the season. All listed times are in GMT. Sunday, November 3rd Qualifying session: 10:30-11:30 Main Race: 15:30 Preliminary weather forecasts indicate that a wet weekend is possible at Interlagos for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Thundery showers and a gentle breeze are predicted across all three days of on-track activity, with the greatest likelihood of precipitation anticipated during Sunday’s 71-lap event. Lando Norris reduced Max Verstappen’s lead in the drivers’ championship by 10 points following his second-place finish in Mexico City. With four grands prix remaining, including two sprint events, a total of 120 points are still available. In the constructors’ championship, Ferrari has moved past Red Bull into second position due to their recent podium performance. The Italian team trails leaders McLaren by only 29 points after securing consecutive race weekend victories. Sandi Toksvig will be accompanied by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Take the microphone for Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and more… Ben Fogle and Kate Humble return for the festivities at Longleat Safari Park. Topics range from microplastics found in our air, soil, and waterways, to the volume of food waste observed during this period of the year. © 2024 BBC. The BBC bears no responsibility for material found on external websites. Information regarding our policy on external linking is available.