McLaren set a scintillating pace in qualifying for the Sprint at Brazil’s Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace to bounce back from getting outshone by rivals Ferrari last time out in Mexico.
But do the papaya cars have what it takes to fend off the red machines in the Sprint and the remainder of the weekend? And what kind of threat do Red Bull and their championship leader Max Verstappen offer? Let’s have a look at the data…
Next Up
Related Articles
Bearman bags P5 after ‘deer in headlights’ Lap 1 scare
Gasly and Colapinto mixed on Alpine's China points
Vasseur praises Hamilton and Leclerc for 'professional' Ferrari battle
Points for Williams in China like a 'mini victory for us' – Sainz
Hamilton overjoyed to share China podium with 'whole family'
All the key moments from the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix


