# Norris Leads Rainy F1 Qualifying

> Lando Norris claims pole in chaotic Brazilian GP qualifying despite heavy rain.
- Title: Norris Leads Rainy F1 Qualifying · Autoweek | Shortify
- Summary: Lando Norris claims pole in chaotic Brazilian GP qualifying despite heavy rain. Lando Norris leads F1 Brazilian Grand Prix qualifying after rain delays…
- Keywords: lando norris, formula 1, brazilian grand prix, qualifying, interlagos, f1 qualifying, rain, pole position, Autoweek
- Source: Autoweek — https://autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a74365654/lando-norris-leads-chaotic-f1-brazilian-grand-prix-qualifying
- Author: Phillip Horton
- Published: 2026-11-07T20:46:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lando norris, formula 1, brazilian grand prix, qualifying, interlagos, f1 qualifying, rain, pole position, cars, sports
## Rain Delays Qualifying
Heavy rain swept through Interlagos just as the session started, causing it to be suspended for almost 90 minutes.
## Norris Takes Pole
Lando Norris claimed pole position with a time of 1:27.470 seconds before rain worsened.
## Russell Penalties
George Russell dropped to seventh due to a power unit penalty, allowing Kimi Antonelli to join Norris on front row.
## Leclerc Demoted
Charles Leclerc received a 10-place penalty for engine change, starting from 14th place.
## Hamilton and Verstappen Relegated
Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen were relegated to the back of the grid due to engine changes.
## Crashes in Brazil
Gabriel Bortoleto and Rafael Camara crashed out during qualifying in rainy conditions.
## Key takeaway

Lando Norris leads F1 Brazilian Grand Prix qualifying after rain delays session.