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Hamilton, Leclerc and Verstappen take Brazilian GP grid penalties for engine changes

Ferrari trails Mercedes by 126 points entering Brazil

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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What happened: Ferrari is making a planned engine change on both Lewis Hamilton's and Charles Leclerc's SF-26, costing each a 10-place grid penalty at Interlagos. Max Verstappen also serves a grid penalty for engine changes. The decision follows a tough set of Friday practice sessions for Ferrari, per Autosport.

Why it matters: Ferrari trails Mercedes by 126 points, and the penalties push both its drivers down the order days after Hamilton pressed the team for changes following his lap-one clash with Leclerc in Mexico City. Starting deep in the field limits both cars' points potential in Brazil.

By the numbers: Mexico City: Hamilton started on pole and finished P2; Leclerc finished P4.

What to watch: Qualifying at Interlagos sets the order before the penalties are applied.

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  • @autosport 

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