São Paulo Grand Prix
Autódromo José Carlos Pace
The Autódromo José Carlos Pace, better known as Interlagos, has been at the heart of Brazilian Formula 1® since 1973. Built in 1938 and inspired by circuits including Brooklands, Roosevelt Raceway and Montlhéry, the venue welcomed its first World Championship race in 1973, with home favourite Emerson Fittipaldi taking victory. The circuit was later renamed in honour of José Carlos Pace, who won the 1975 Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos.
At 4.309km, Interlagos is one of Formula 1®'s shortest circuits, but its compact layout provides a demanding combination of elevation changes, fast corners and heavy braking zones. The lap begins with the famous Senna S before dropping downhill into the infield, then climbs back towards the banked final corner and start-finish straight. Its anti-clockwise direction and long, loaded corners also make it a physically demanding circuit for the drivers.
Interlagos has played host to some of the most significant moments in Formula 1® history. Ayrton Senna's emotional home victory in 1991 remains one of the circuit's defining occasions, while Kimi Raikkonen secured the 2007 World Championship at Interlagos after a dramatic final race of the season. Lewis Hamilton also produced a memorable comeback in 2008, when he secured the Drivers' Championship on the final corner of the final lap. More recently, Max Verstappen's 2024 victory from 17th on the grid in wet conditions provided another remarkable chapter in the circuit's history.
Now in 2027, Formula 1® returns to Interlagos for another São Paulo Grand Prix, continuing the circuit's long-standing place at the heart of Brazilian motorsport. With its compact layout, dramatic elevation changes and famous carnival atmosphere, Interlagos remains one of the most distinctive venues on the Formula 1® calendar. The São Paulo Grand Prix is secured at the circuit through 2030, ensuring that this historic venue will continue to provide a stage for Formula 1® racing in Brazil.
Previous winners:
2025 Lando Norris
2024 Max Verstappen