Max Verstappen finished the final free practice session of the Brazilian Grand Prix in ninth place. The Dutchman failed to post a competitive time during qualifying simulations after spin in the closing stages of the session. Mercedes once again led the field with Valtteri Bottas fastest ahead of team mate Lewis Hamilton. The two Ferraris were third and fourth, with Kimi Raikkonen edging out Sebastian Vettel.
Ten minutes into FP3, a Virtual Safety Car is called out after Lance Stroll’s Williams has come to a stand still on track. After the circuit is cleared, most drivers – bar the Red Bulls – are putting in lap after lap.