2026 Circuit Guide
Autódromo José Carlos Pace
São Paulo, Brazil • São Paulo Grand Prix
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2026 Track Layout & Active Aero
2026 Sector Breakdown
Sector 1
The legendary Senna S diving downhill, followed by the Reta Oposta straight.
Sector 2
A twisting, tight, and technical infield section resembling a kart track.
Sector 3
The steep, flat-out uphill drag through Junção back to the start line.
Grandstand & Seating Guide
Grandstand M
Situated directly at the Senna S for the best overtaking views.
Sector G
The loudest, most passionate local fans at the end of the back straight.
Grandstand A
Overlooks the final sweeping climb to the finish line.
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Track Overview & History
Interlagos is an old-school, anti-clockwise thrill ride. Built into a natural bowl, it features plunging elevation changes, sweeping curves, and totally unpredictable weather that routinely creates the best races of the year.
Track Weather: Autódromo José Carlos Pace
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19°C
Partly CloudyWind18 km/h
Humidity65 %
Trackside Survival Guide
- Local Track RadioTBA
- Terrain & WalkingHilly and incredibly cramped. The circuit infrastructure is notoriously aged.
- Sun & ShadeAlmost entirely exposed. Pack for torrential rain and intense sun within the same hour.
Nominated Tyre Compounds
C2Hard
C3Medium
C4Soft
First Grand Prix1973
Number of Laps71
Circuit Length4.309 km
Race Distance305.879 km
Lap Record
1:10.540
Weekend Schedule Track Local Time
Sprint Quali11:30 Local
Sprint Race11:00 Local
Qualifying15:00 Local
Race14:00 Local