But Piastri crashed out of third on lap 6 after slipping on Turn 3's wet inside kerbs, veering into the outside wall.

Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has claimed he was in "no man's land" during the Brazil Grand Prix sprint race.

Drivers should keep an eye out for Verstappen in Brazil, though, the Dutchman has a remarkable record at Interlagos, with three victories in 2019, 2023 and 2024.