Max Verstappen’s Love Affair with Interlagos: A Tale of Two Epic Drives

Interlagos holds a special place in the heart of Max Verstappen, the four-time World Champion. The iconic Brazilian track, with its narrow, sweeping, undulating layout, has been the scene of two of his greatest ever drives, making it his ideal host venue for the continued fight for the Drivers’ Championship.

2016: From 14th to 3rd in the Rain

In 2016, Verstappen found himself in 14th position after pitting for wet tires – his fifth stop of the race. But the Dutchman was far from done. In a mesmerizing display, he surged through the field, picking off 11 places in just 16 laps to take an incredible third place.

2021: A Wet-Weather Masterclass

Last year, starting from 17th on the grid after a red flag in qualifying, Verstappen delivered another sensational performance in the wet. Despite a red flag benefiting him with a free tire change, his pace was undeniable, setting the fastest lap of the race by 1.045s en route to victory.

“Interlagos has a special place in my heart as it is the scene of two of my greatest ever drives.”

Max Verstappen

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Looking Ahead

With the 2022 season still in full swing, Verstappen will undoubtedly be hoping to add more chapters to his love affair with Interlagos as he continues his quest for a fifth World Championship title.

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