Max Verstappen delivered a remarkable performance to secure victory at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix on Sunday, racing from 17th on the grid under challenging conditions. The Dutch driver hailed this win as “definitely the best” among his 62 Formula 1 victories, prompting a discussion about where it ranks among the great wet-weather drives in F1 history.
Starting from eighth position amid torrential rain at Spa-Francorchamps, Jim Clark quickly surged to the front in his Lotus. By race end, only Jack Brabham remained on the same lap, trailing nearly five minutes behind. Despite his reservations about Spa’s dangers, Clark secured an impressive four consecutive wins there from 1962 to 1965.
Jackie Stewart showcased his prowess during a race marked by thick fog and relentless rain at the 14.2-mile Nurburgring Nordschleife. Visibility was limited to just 100 yards, with water channels forming across the track. Stewart clinched victory by over four minutes, later asking his team boss, “who died?” Thankfully, everyone emerged unscathed.
Ayrton Senna’s legendary performance came during a frigid and wet day in April at Donington. Starting fourth, he quickly advanced and brilliantly passed rivals including Michael Schumacher and Alain Prost. F1’s YouTube channel dubbed it Senna’s “Lap of the Gods,” as he finished with an astonishing victory margin of 83 seconds.
Michael Schumacher’s first win with Ferrari came in challenging conditions at Barcelona in a car described as a “dog.” After a slow start from third, he regained control by lap 13, consistently lapping up to five seconds faster than competitors, showcasing his unmatched skill in wet conditions.
During heavy rain at Silverstone, Lewis Hamilton rose from fourth on the grid to dominate the race. His performance left others appearing like amateurs, as he maintained speed that was often four to five seconds faster than teammates and competitors alike.
Jenson Button’s unforgettable victory in Canada in 2011 mirrored Verstappen’s recent triumph. After starting last due to collisions and penalties, Button strategically timed his tire changes and made an incredible comeback to win against all odds.
Verstappen’s latest drive serves as a reminder of the thrilling legacy of wet-weather performances in Formula 1 history.
## Sao Paulo Grand Prix Qualifying Highlights The **Sao Paulo Grand Prix** qualifying session was marked by chaos and multiple crashes, resulting in **Lando Norris** from McLaren taking **pole position**.
Sao Paulo Grand Prix Qualifying Highlights The Sao Paulo Grand Prix is set to be broadcast live on 5 Live and the BBC Sport website at 15:30 GMT.