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A deluge of rain over Interlagos has forced qualifying to be postponed until Sunday morning.
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali acknowledged that the weather conditions at Interlagos for the São Paulo Grand Prix qualifying were deemed “not safe for driving”, prompting the FIA to postpone the session until Sunday morning as heavy rain persisted. Despite repeated track inspections by safety car driver Bernd Maylander, the standing water on the circuit due to continuous rainfall left no feasible opportunity for the session to proceed safely. With sunset around the corner and dwindling light adding to the concerns, Domenicali confirmed the postponement at 16.45pm, emphasizing the priority of safety in such adverse conditions on F1TV. In light of the circumstances, Domenicali assured that qualifying would take place on Sunday morning with a yet-to-be-determined time to ensure an optimal and acceptable racing environment for the event’s completion. Expressing gratitude for the fans’ understanding and patience amid the challenging situation, Domenicali praised their unwavering support while underscoring the necessity to prioritize safe racing conditions under such circumstances to provide an exceptional experience for all involved.
