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Max Verstappen brings “some samba” to Sao Paulo with Brazil-themed F1 helmet

Max Verstappen will race in the colours of Brazil at this weekend’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix after revealing a special helmet for the race.The Red Bull driver has replaced his usual red, white and blue with the green, yellow and…

By Alex Harrington · Motorsport

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:20 AM

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Max Verstappen revealed a special Brazil-themed helmet featuring national colors for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Verstappen enters the weekend in strong form after winning the Mexican Grand Prix.
The Red Bull driver previously secured victories at the Interlagos circuit in 2019, 2023, and 2024.

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Max Verstappen has unveiled a special Brazil-themed helmet featuring the green, yellow, and blue colors of the Brazilian flag ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix at Interlagos. The Red Bull driver shared the design on Instagram, noting he is "bringing some samba to São Paulo" for the upcoming race weekend.

Verstappen enters the event following a victory at the Mexican Grand Prix and holds three career wins at Interlagos. Other drivers are also sporting special gear for the weekend, including Kimi Antonelli with an Ayrton Senna tribute helmet and Mercedes drivers wearing purple suits.

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