Short answer: As of today, Max Verstappen’s day hasn’t gone to plan in Brazil, with reports indicating a shock early exit in qualifying and ongoing grip issues that affected his performance, dramatically impacting his title prospects. Details
- Brazil GP qualifying: Verstappen was eliminated in Q1 for the first time in several years, starting from a low grid position (around 16th) and leaving his championship bid under pressure.
- Sprint and race context: The weekend saw Verstappen struggle with grip, and after the sprint he criticized the car’s handling, while team adjustments aimed to improve the ride but didn’t fully resolve the issue.
- Title implications: With pole position and a strong advantage for the leader, Verstappen’s early setback in qualifying has substantially reduced his chances in the ongoing title fight, prompting comments about writing off or resetting championship hopes for 2025.
If you’d like, I can pull up the latest post-qualifying/team statements, race results, and any penalties or investigations that might affect Verstappen’s day or the title picture.
