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Lewis Hamilton FP3 shunt compromises his Spa Qualifying as mechanics rush to repair the #44 Ferrari
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jul 2026 14:09
At that point Hamilton was P5, 0.4s down on Kimi Antonelli's top time in his Mercedes. The seven-time F1 World Champion was faster than Charles Leclerc in the other Ferrari on the timing sheets. Ferrari mechanics wil...
Mercedes confident Russell has more pace to unlock despite difficult Friday at Spa
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 01:50
Mercedes believes George Russell's lowly position in Friday practice at the Belgian Grand Prix does not reflect his true pace, with Trackside Engineering Director Andrew Shovlin revealing the team has already identif...
Red Bull reveal when their Macarena rear wing might return to action
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 01:50
Red Bull enjoyed an encouraging opening day at the Belgian Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen topping the first practice session before ending Friday third fastest in FP2, while the team continued evaluating energy manageme...
George Russell baffled after Kimi Antonelli 'destroyed' him in Belgian Grand Prix Qualifying
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jul 2026 20:14
Antonelli took pole at Spa-Francorchamps, while Russell finished fourth and half a second behind the Italian. Lando Norris grid penalty promotes Russell to third for Sundays race. That promotion offered little comfort af...
Lewis Hamilton confirms lingering Ferrari concern as Kimi Antonelli denies Red Bull - RacingNews365 Review
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 20:10
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Carlos Sainz hits back at Kimi Antonelli over 'forbidden' use of team radio at Belgian Grand Prix
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 20:00
Carlos Sainz believes that Kimi Antonelli needs to keep his emotions in check following an incident during the first practice session of the Belgian Grand Prix. More
Lewis Hamilton confident of strong Belgian Grand Prix despite Ferraris post-shunt repair job
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jul 2026 19:48
The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion will start from P5 because Lando Norris drops ten grid places. Hamilton believes a stronger result was available before his FP3 accident forced Ferrari into an extensive repair ope...
2026 Belgian Grand Prix Qualifying Top 3 Press Conference full transcript
GRAND PRIX 247 - 18 Jul 2026 19:47
Featruing Pole winner: Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes), P2 Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) and P3 Lando Norris (McLaren). The World Champion will drop dowen the grid due to engine penalties. Parc Ferme interviews were conduct...
Adjusted 2026 F1 Belgian Grand Prix Spa starting grid after multiple penalties
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:40
A mixed-up grid with a number of penalties at Spa for the Belgian Grand Prix. More
Russell 'infuriated' by straight-line issue that leaves him 'powerless'
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:20
George Russell says a "serious issue" with the straight-line performance of his Mercedes is making his title fight with Kimi Antonelli "impossible". More
Ferrari duo not ruling out Spa podium despite disappointing Q3
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:20
XPB Phillip van Osten 18/07/2026 at 20:0718/07/2026 at 20:14 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton both declared themselves hopeful of fighting for podium finishes in Sundays Belgi...
Russell 'infuriated' by straight-line issue that leaves him 'powerless'
BBC - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
George Russell says a "serious issue" with the straight-line performance of his Mercedes is making his title fight with Kimi Antonelli "impossible".
Liam Lawson issues honest reflection after upgrade wait
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
Liam Lawson is without a Racing Bulls upgrade this weekend which has made a big difference on Arvid Lindblad's car. More
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Red Bull
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
Max Verstappen: 'I think we really executed well as a Team today, and we're happy to be starting on the front row. 'The whole weekend has been positive: the car is in a good window, and the balance is decent ...
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - McLaren
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
The McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team took a bit of encouragement from a reasonably positive Qualifying session at the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, with the team delivering a slight step forward as the battle for performance...
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Racing Bulls
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
Mattia Spini: 'It was a strong Qualifying result for the team, with Arvid taking P8 and Liam finishing just outside Q3. We knew we had an opportunity today, but Audi and Alpine had shown good pace throughout Free Pra...
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Pirelli
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 19:10
Everything suggests that tomorrow's race will be a one-stop, with strategy mainly determined by the new tyre sets available to each team. More
Yellow flag confusion probably cost me one position - Leclerc | Formula 1
F1 Fanatic - 18 Jul 2026 19:05
Charles Leclerc believes he lost a place on the grid after misinterpreting a yellow flag on his final Q3 lap.
F1 2026 Belgian Grand Prix starting grid with penalties applied
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 18:50
F1 world championship leader Kimi Antonelli starts on pole for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, as he looks to extend his lead at the top of the standings. More
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Ferrari
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 18:50
The Scuderia Ferrari HP drivers will line up for the Belgian Grand Prix on the second and third rows of the grid. At the end of an extremely closely fought qualifying session, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton set the f...
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Williams
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 18:50
Carlos Sainz: 'It's been a tough weekend so far. We were dealing with an issue in all of the practice sessions, so it was a relief to find a fix for qualifying and get the car working as it should. 'Getting i...
F1: Belgian Grand Prix: Qualifying team notes - Audi
Total F1 - 18 Jul 2026 18:50
Audi Revolut F1 Team experienced a bittersweet Saturday at the Belgian Grand Prix, with the two sides of the garage enjoying contrasting fortunes in Qualifying. Gabriel Bortoleto showed an excellent performance to reach ...