# Hamilton Faces Grid Penalty at Brazilian GP

> Hamilton starts Brazilian GP from back of grid after engine penalty.
- Title: Hamilton Faces Grid Penalty at Brazilian GP · Autosport
- Summary: Hamilton starts Brazilian GP from back of grid after engine penalty. Hamilton will start F1 Brazilian Grand Prix from back of grid due to engine penalty.
- Keywords: ferrari, lewis hamilton, formula 1, brazilian gp, engine penalty, grid drop, Autosport
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/hamilton-set-for-new-penalty-will-start-f1-brazilian-gp-from-back-of-grid/10872645
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-11-07T17:32:44+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ferrari, lewis hamilton, formula 1, brazilian gp, engine penalty, grid drop, sports, cars
## Hamilton's Engine Penalty
Hamilton will start Brazilian Grand Prix from back of grid after engine penalty.
## Engine Trouble During Practice
Hamilton reported strange vibrations and powerful engine braking during Free Practice 3.

> strange vibrations
## Grid Penalty Details
Ferrari removed Hamilton’s power unit for checks and new powertrain installation.
## Hamilton's Focus on Brazilian GP
Hamilton aims to improve his winning record at Interlagos with three previous victories.
## Key takeaway

Hamilton will start F1 Brazilian Grand Prix from back of grid due to engine penalty.