What happened: Red Bull Racing commended its garage after navigating damp track conditions during the São Paulo Grand Prix at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace. Max Verstappen crossed the line in second place, while Isack Hadjar claimed third to secure two spots on the Interlagos podium. Lando Norris captured the race victory from pole position.
Why it matters: The double-podium result delivers critical points in the constructors' championship battle as Mercedes clinched the 2026 team title in Brazil. Hadjar's third-place finish reinforces his breakout campaign alongside Verstappen, converting difficult weather into hardware for the Milton Keynes squad.
By the numbers: Neither Red Bull car started inside the top five on the grid before Verstappen (P2) and Hadjar (P3) charged onto the podium at Interlagos.
What to watch: The Formula 1 paddock moves forward with the final stretch of the 2026 calendar as teams finalize positions in the constructors' standings.