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Liam Lawson’s First F1 Podium Within Reach As Penalties Promote Him to Third for Sunday’s Brazilian GP

Liam Lawson initially qualified fifth but will now line up on the second row alongside Nico Hulkenberg, giving him an opportunity to fight for a top-three finish on Sunday.

By Yash Soni · F1 Chronicle

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 8:27 AM

Key Things to Know

Liam Lawson will start from third place at the Brazilian Grand Prix, offering a chance at his first F1 podium.
Lawson qualified fifth in wet conditions but moved up to the second row alongside Nico Hulkenberg.
Lando Norris claimed pole position at Interlagos, with Kimi Antonelli qualifying alongside him on the front row.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson is positioned to challenge for his first career Formula 1 podium after securing a third-place start for the Brazilian Grand Prix. Lawson initially qualified fifth in wet conditions before moving up to the second row alongside Nico Hulkenberg. Lando Norris captured pole position ahead of newly crowned world champion Kimi Antonelli at Interlagos.

The P3 starting spot equals Lawson's career-best qualifying result from the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Lawson expressed confidence in his car's pace despite unpredictable weather, as strong results could help him secure a contract extension with Racing Bulls for the 2027 season.

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