Verstappen hopes to start further forward in 2027 after Brazil recovery

After charging from 21st on the grid to second in the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen said he wants to start further forward in 2027.

“Maybe next year I'd love to start a bit further up front instead of starting from the back or the pit lane,” the Red Bull driver said. Verstappen reached seventh within five laps and finished 15 seconds behind winner Lando Norris.

He has started 15th or lower in each of the last three Brazilian Grands Prix. Across those races he made 23 overtakes and finished on the podium three times, including his 2024 victory.