What happened: Rafael Camara met and shook hands with local grid kids following the national anthem at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace. The Brazilian driver prepared for his home Grand Prix start after qualifying in 11th position.

Why it matters: Camara was originally confirmed by Haas for a 2027 seat before the team accelerated his debut for the final four races of 2026. The weekend marks his Formula 1 debut on home soil while contending for the Formula 2 championship.

What to watch: Camara will finish the remaining three rounds of the season with Haas ahead of his full-time rookie campaign.