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Qualifying for the 2026 Sao Paulo Grand Prix was delayed by rain. Hamilton, Bortoleto, and Lindblad received grid penalties for power unit changes, shaping the final starting order.
Formula1.com provides the official starting order, while F1i highlights the chaotic qualifying session. The FIA documents establish the specific penalties for Hamilton, Bortoleto, and Lindblad, which the articles do not detail.
Recommended first read: F1i's article includes an image and covers the qualifying chaos and resulting grid, making it the most informative non-paywalled item.
The final starting grid for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix, featuring grid penalties for several drivers due to power unit changes.
Gabriel Bortoleto receives a 10-place grid penalty for using a sixth Energy Store and Control Electronics, exceeding the seasonal allowance.
Arvid Lindblad receives a 10-place grid penalty for using a 7th ICE and 6th TC, exceeding the season limit.
The provisional starting grid for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix, with grid penalties applied to several drivers.
Lewis Hamilton receives a 65-place grid penalty for exceeding the season's allowance of power unit elements.
