The 13th round of the Formula 1 season, the Belgian Grand Prix, was held yesterday on Monday, July 27, 2025, at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps track. The race started at 5:00 PM. The day, as always, was full of dramatic moments and unexpected twists. The drivers had to complete a total of 44 laps. The total length of the circuit is 7.004 kilometers and it has 19 turns.
The unpredictable weather was crucial for the race strategy and the results. In qualifying, Max Verstappen (Red Bull) took pole position. However, his dominance was challenged in the wet conditions of the race.
Fastest Lap: The fastest lap (Lap Record 1:44.861) of the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix was set by Kimi Antonelli. Kimi was just 160 milliseconds short of improving Sergio Perez's 2024 record of 1:44.701.
The start of the race was dramatic. Several incidents occurred on the wet track, including the need for a Safety Car early in the race. All this gave teams the chance to make early pit stops and change their tire strategies. In the end, Lando Norris (McLaren) surprisingly won the race. Thanks to his team's brilliant strategy and his own flawless driving, Norris managed to take and maintain the lead in the second half of the race, even though strong competitors were behind him. This was his first victory at Spa-Francorchamps and one of the most impressive moments of the season.
Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) took second place. Despite a difficult start, he managed to maintain a high pace and get on the podium. Third place went to Sergio Perez (Red Bull). Unfortunately, Verstappen, due to several incorrect strategic decisions, finished yesterday's race outside the podium.
Yesterday, we were once again convinced that Spa-Francorchamps is a real test for both drivers and teams. The changing weather, the unique challenges of the track, and its fast corners always create a spectacular show where the final result remains uncertain until the last minute. The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix will undoubtedly remain one of the most outstanding races of the season.
