What happened: Lando Norris converted pole position into victory at the São Paulo Grand Prix at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen. George Russell and Kimi Antonelli placed fourth and fifth, allowing Mercedes to secure its ninth constructors' title with three races remaining in the season.

Why it matters: The championship triumph cements Mercedes atop the team standings alongside Kimi Antonelli's drivers' title secured in Mexico City. Although the fourth and fifth place finishes marked the first grand prix of 2026 without a Mercedes driver on the podium, the points haul established an insurmountable lead over the field.

What to watch: The 2026 Formula 1 championship continues with the Las Vegas Grand Prix for the first of the season's final three rounds.