Max Verstappen, Belgian Grand Prix
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Max Verstappen ’s dreams of winning a record-equalling fifth successive Drivers’ Championship crown were shattered at the Belgian Grand Prix. Sky Sports F1 pundit and co-commentator Martin Brundle declared the title fight dead in the water after Oscar Piastri ’s tyre management masterclass.
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PlanetF1 on MSNMax Verstappen criticises FIA decision after rain delay to Belgian GPMax Verstappen said the rain-delayed Belgian Grand Prix should have started “miles earlier” after it began more than hour behind schedule. Despite a relatively dry scene at the scheduled 3 PM start time, FIA race director Rui Marques opted to red flag the race, leading to a lengthy delay.
The Belgian GP was suspended four years ago due to heavy rain, with just two laps taking place behind the safety car. However, after a change in the regulations, at least two proper racing laps must take place on Sunday for points to be awarded.
SportsLine's model analyzes Red Bull's Max Verstappen, McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, and the rest of the starting grid's chances at the 2025 F1 Belgian GP