Building work began on what ended up being called the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace – but what is more commonly referred to as Interlagos – all the way back in 1938. The track designers took their inspiration from three main circuits: Brooklands in the UK, Roosevelt Raceway in the USA and Montlhery in France.
Buoyed by the success of Brazil’s Emerson Fittipaldi, Formula 1 first jetted into Interlagos for a world championship race in 1973. Fans were treated to a home win in the first three Brazilian Grands Prix, with Fittipaldi victorious in 1973 and 1974, while Carlos Pace won in 1975.
Join us for the latest info, news, updates and live results from the Autódromo José Carlos Pace, as the first practice session for the 2021 Brazilian Grand Prix is about to get underway, with Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc at the wheel of the SF21 car, ready to start evaluating the tyres and identify the best set-up ahead of qualifying later today at Interlagos.
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