What happened: Mercedes circulated a 'Dream Team' message following Sunday's race at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace. George Russell secured fourth position while Kimi Antonelli followed in fifth to deliver a double top-five finish.

Why it matters: Lando Norris took the victory ahead of Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar in São Paulo. Converting second- and third-place grid spots into top-five results keeps Mercedes competitive in the 2026 Formula 1 championship standings.

What to watch: Mercedes turns its focus to the next round of the 2026 Formula 1 season as teams wrap up the South American stretch.