F1 2024: Brazilian GP - São Paulo (Nov 3)

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Originally Posted by ptack

Apparently, Max was already running an older, used engine in Mexico which was on its last legs. They really had no choice but to get a new power unit for Brazil so Max will get a 5 place grid penalty for the race. That may not be too bad if the new engine allows him to compete enough to stay within a couple of places of Norris. If it's raining then all bets are off though Max's aggression could cost him dearly if he sees that as an opportunity to storm to the front and win.

I don't think he will be storming agressively to the front in the rain, I think he is a more calculating driver than you think. Just waiting for his chances and steadily gaining places. Just like his wet race in Brasil 2016.