Max Verstappen responded to criticism from British media following his impressive performance at the São Paulo Grand Prix, where he moved closer to securing his fourth consecutive world championship title. The Dutch driver showcased his skills by recovering from a 17th-place start to clinch victory at Interlagos, while his title rival, Lando Norris, who started from pole position, finished in sixth place. Verstappen's win has widened the gap in the championship standings, with Norris now trailing by 62 points, having previously been 44 points behind. With 86 points still available in the remaining races, Verstappen could secure the championship in Las Vegas if he maintains a 60-point lead after the next round. In his remarks, Verstappen noted the absence of British press coverage, seemingly dismissing the critics as he celebrated his latest triumph. Meanwhile, McLaren's team principal, Andrea Stella, emphasized the importance of focusing on the constructors' championship as the season progresses.

Max Verstappen expressed disbelief at his stunning victory from 17th on the grid at the São Paulo Grand Prix, stating he never thought he would win. The Dutch driver described the day as emotional, especially after facing a significant setback during qualifying. His remarkable comeback has been hailed as one of the season's best performances. With this victory, Verstappen is now in a position to secure his fourth Formula 1 title in the next race. However, his title rival, Lando Norris, suggested that Verstappen benefited from fortunate circumstances, particularly regarding the red-flag rules that many drivers have criticized.