Belgian Grand Prix

2024 - 7 - 28

Max Verstappen's Spa Challenge: Can He Overcome the Grid Penalty?

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Join us for a thrilling ride as the Belgian Grand Prix kicks off with Charles Leclerc on pole and Max Verstappen battling from the back!

The Belgian Grand Prix is set to be a rollercoaster of emotions and speed as the highly-anticipated event at the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps unfolds. Fans are buzzing with excitement as Charles Leclerc snags the pole position, marking a significant comeback for the Ferrari driver since his home race in Monaco earlier this season. In terms of competition, prepare yourselves for a showdown as the grid is filled with formidable drivers, with Sergio Perez and Lewis Hamilton on the front row ready to capitalize on any mistakes that come their way.

For reigning champion Max Verstappen, it’s a tale of grit and determination as he faces a hefty 10-place grid penalty that positions him in P11 for this thrilling race. With such a challenge ahead, Verstappen's fans are undoubtedly curious to see if their hero can weave through the field and mount a respectable challenge on what is touted as one of the most exciting circuits in F1 history. Spa’s unique blend of twists, turns, and elevation changes makes it anyone’s game, and strategy will play a pivotal role in this grand spectacle.

Weather conditions! Let's not forget the unpredictable Belgian weather. Just days before the race, heavy rain lashed the circuit, creating a challenging environment for drivers and teams alike. Qualifying became a thrilling affair where Verstappen surprisingly set the fastest time, only to be thwarted by the penalty. Strategy and skill will be key for him as he looks to battle through the damp and tricky conditions on race day.

As the green flag waves, all eyes will be on not just Leclerc, but also on fun facts like how Lewis Hamilton could notch another podium and how George Russell shocked the F1 world by pulling off a one-stop strategy to steal victory last year at this very Grand Prix! It's a race steeped in rich history and unpredictability, keeping fans at the edge of their seats with every thrilling lap!

Captivatingly, the Belgian Grand Prix is known for its passionate crowd that creates an electrifying atmosphere, embodying the spirit of motorsport that brings fans together in pure exhilaration. Did you know that Spa-Francorchamps circuit is famous not only for its beauty but also for being one of the longest circuits on the F1 calendar, measuring a whopping 7 kilometers? Buckle up, as we prepare for yet another unforgettable chapter in the world of Formula One!

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F1 grid: Starting positions for Belgian Grand Prix after Max ... (The Independent)

What is the starting grid? · 1. Charles Leclerc · 2. Sergio Perez · 3. Lewis Hamilton · 4. Lando Norris · 5. Oscar Piastri · 6. George Russell · 7. Carlos Sainz · 8.

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Formula One: Belgian Grand Prix – live (The Guardian)

Max Verstappen is in the middle of the grid, with Charles Leclerc on pole after a 10-place penalty. Join John Brewin.

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LIVE: 2024 F1 Belgian Grand Prix (RacingNews365)

The reigning world champion starts in P11 due to his 10-place grid penalty and has a tough task ahead of him to fight through the field in Spa-Francorchamps.

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Live build-up to F1's Belgian Grand Prix (The Race)

1. Leclerc · 2. Perez · 3. Hamilton · 4. Norris · 5. Piastri · 6. Russell · 7. Sainz · 8. Alonso

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F1 - Belgian Grand Prix LIVE: Start time, leaderboard and updates (Daily Mail)

Sergio Perez; Lewis Hamilton; Lando Norris; Oscar Piastri; George Russell; Carlos Sainz; Fernando Alonso; Esteban Ocon; Alex Albon; Max Verstappen; Pierre Gasly ...

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Belgian Grand Prix: Harder than normal to predict (Grand Prix 247)

2024 Belgian Grand Prix race report, news, quotes, photos Spa-Francorchamps. Verstappen, Leclerc, Perez, Hamilton, Norris, Piastri, Russell.

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Belgian Grand Prix 2024: How to watch today's F1 race without cable (Yahoo Sports)

The 14th Grand Prix of the 2024 F1 season will take place at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. The official race starts at 9 a.m. ET on Sunday, July 28, but the ...

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F1 LIVE: Red Bull break Belgian Grand Prix curfew as driver gets ... (Daily Express)

Max Verstappen set the fastest time in Belgian Grand Prix qualifying but he will start from P11 after taking a 10-place grid penalty for a new engine.

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Verstappen to make hay as sun shines? - Belgian GP weather update (RacingNews365)

Saturday in Belgium went exactly as we know Spa as heavy rain lashed the Spa Francorchamps circuit for most of the day and played its part in a fascinating ...

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Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix FREE STREAM: How to watch ... (cleveland.com)

The Belgian Grand Prix will take place on July 28 in Stavelot, Belgium. The race is available on multiple streaming services for free.

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F1 Belgian Grand Prix prediction | Betting tips for Belgium GP (The Independent)

Our betting tipster has made three Belgian GP predictions ahead of this weekend's race. Follow our free F1 betting tips for the weekend.

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OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where at Spa as Zhou, Tsunoda and ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Belgium sees Charles Leclerc start from P1 on the grid for the first time since his home race in Monaco back in May. And joining the Ferrari on the front ...

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2024 Belgian Grand Prix - F1 results and latest standings after the race (PlanetF1)

George Russell called his shot and turned his one-stop strategy into Belgian Grand Prix victory, Lewis Hamilton making it a Mercedes one-two.

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Live: F1 Belgian GP commentary and updates (autosport.com)

The 14th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season continues with the Belgian Grand Prix and you can follow the action here.

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2024 Belgian Grand Prix race report and highlights: George Russell ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

George Russell has taken a stunning victory in the Belgian Grand Prix after a bold strategy call and a thrilling chase from Mercedes team mate Lewis ...

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F1 Belgian GP results: Russell pips Hamilton in Mercedes 1-2 (autosport.com)

Mercedes' George Russell won a thrilling Belgian Grand Prix, the 14th round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship at Spa-Francorchamps.

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Belgian GP: George Russell just holds off Lewis Hamilton for win ... (Sky Sports)

George Russells bold one-stop strategy trumps Lewis Hamiltons as resurgent Mercedes surge to unlikely Spa-Francorchamps one-two; Max Verstappen recovers ...

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2024 F1 Belgian Grand Prix - results (RacingNews365)

George Russell has taken victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, securing his second race win of the season. The Briton led Mercedes 1-2 after fending off ...

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F1 Results Today: Lewis Hamilton denied at Belgian Grand Prix as ... (GPfans)

George Russell took a brilliant win at the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday, driving a surprise one-stop strategy to a shock victory.

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Russell set to lose Belgian GP win after failing weight check (The Race)

Mercedes F1 driver George Russell is at risk of losing his Belgian Grand Prix win after his car was found to be underweight during post-race checks.

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George Russell set to be disqualified after winning Belgian Grand Prix (The Independent)

The British driver took the chequered flag in first place but his Mercedes car was found to be under the permitted weight in an initial post-race check.

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F1: Why was George Russell disqualified from the Belgian Grand Prix? (The Independent)

However, in an initial post-race check, Russell's Mercedes car was found to be 1.5 kg under the weight permitted in the regulations, following the obligatory ...

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Winners and losers from F1's 2024 Belgian Grand Prix (The Race)

A very unexpected winner on the road who turned out not to have won after all was the headline of Formula 1's 2024 Belgian Grand Prix, and it wasn't the ...

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George Russell stripped of Belgian GP win after stewards ... (ESPN)

George Russell has been stripped of his victory at the Belgian Grand Prix after his Mercedes car was found to be underweight after the chequered flag.

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Belgian Grand Prix: Race team notes - Red Bull (pitpass.com)

Max Verstappen: "All in all it was quite a positive day for me, considering we started at P11, and we finished in front of Lando who is my main rival in the ...

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Verstappen 'happy' with Belgian Grand Prix after pipping Norris (FRANCE 24)

Three-time world champion and series leader Max Verstappen made light of failing to win for a fourth consecutive race and declared himself "happy" at ...

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George Russell disqualified from F1 Belgian GP, Hamilton handed ... (Aljazeera.com)

Mercedes' George Russell has been disqualified from the Belgian Grand Prix, denying the Britain a third career victory.

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The Debrief by Aramco: Belgian Grand Prix (Aston Martin F1 Team)

Fernando started the race in P8, with Lance in P15. Both drivers got away cleanly, using the Medium tyre for their opening stint. Lance pitted on lap 12, with ...

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Hamilton wins Belgian Grand Prix after teammate Russell disqualified (The Japan Times)

It is the second win of the season for the seven-time world champion following his success at Silverstone earlier this month and the 105th of his Formula ...

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F1 Belgian Grand Prix 2024: Final results after George Russell ... (GPfans)

What looked to be a perfect day for Mercedes has been turned on its head by a shocking post-race development.

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