Formula 1: Belgian Grand Prix

It is time to catch-up with the key talking points from another busy day in the world of Formula 1. Red Bull design guru Adrian Newey has discussed how the team followed "gut feeling" with their concept as the Mercedes "zero pod" philosophy failed to deliver, though Red Bull principal Christian Horner tips Mercedes to return to form, at which point…

The Monza weekend was filled with excitement and unexpected moments. However none more captivating than the growing rivalry between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. The aftermath of the race has paved the way for an intriguing chapter in Formula 1, marked by the pursuit of karma which has been triggered by Lando Norris's fateful misstep. The…

Max Verstappen and Red Bull have won every race except for the 2022 São Paulo Grand Prix for a calendar year, including eclipsing McLaren's legendary record for most consecutive Grand Prix wins, scoring their twelfth-straight win in Hungary. Considering the rocketship that the RB-18 was in the 2022 Belgian Grand Prix and the RB-19 has been all…

The racing world is abuzz with excitement as the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps plays host to what promises to be an electrifying showdown. With Max Verstappen on a red-hot winning streak and a formidable pack of contenders vying for glory, the stakes have never been higher. In this preview, we'll dive into the latest form of the drivers,…

Motorsport. Formula 1. July 30, 2023 Belgian Grand Prix. Season 2023. Circuit: Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium Odds Bet Type Bookmaker Claim Bonus! Odds2,75 Bet TypeLeclerc podium finish Bookmaker Bet Now! The 12th race of the 2023 Formula 1 World Championship season takes place on the last weekend of July. It is the last race before the…

Hat Trick - Win/Fastest Qualifier/Fastest Lap (Sunday Race) - Max Verstappen Points Finish - Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly Not To be Classified (Sunday Race) - Lewis Hamilton *All prices are bang up to date with our snazzy widgets, while odds in copy are accurate at time of publishing but subject to change We're…

Formula 1 heads to Belgium this weekend for the Belgian Grand Prix, and a Max Verstappen grid penalty means that the most dominant driver in F1 starts sixth, his lowest starting spot since Miami when he started ninth. But Verstappen won that race, kicking off a string of seven consecutive victories. Can he make it eight in a row? Lewis Hamilton was…

Formula 1 is back from its summer break with the drivers readying themselves to go racing this weekend at Zandvoort. Max Verstappen will be looking to claim yet another win on his home turf after a strong first half of the year, but what do the odds say about his chances? 188BET's odds are presented in decimal form: for every $1 wagered you would…

Stay informed on all the biggest stories in Formula One. to receive the Prime Tire newsletter in your inbox every Tuesday and Friday morning. As rain soaked the empty paddock on the Thursday before the Belgian Grand Prix in late July, Red Bull's Energy Station bustled with life. Interviews and marketing campaigns unfolded on various floors and the…

The 2023 Belgian Grand Prix will take place at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Stavelot, Belgium this weekend. This marks the 12th Grand Prix of the Formula One World Championship, passing the halfway point of the 22-race season. Max Verstappen enters as the favorite to win at -360 at DraftKings Sportsbook. Verstappen has now won seven Grand…

LEWIS HAMILTON has taken a cheeky dig at F1 rivals Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez. That's after claiming that Verstappen would not be dominating F1 this season if he was driving Perez's Red Bull. Verstappen,25, is on course to break his own record of 15 wins in a single season. He now has 10 wins from 12 races in the 2023 campaign- and 45 in his…

MAX VERSTAPPEN apologised for a foul-mouthed rant at his race engineer during Belgian Grand Prix qualifying. The Dutchman scraped through the second qualifying session at a soggy Spa in tenth having initially struggled in his all-conquering Red Bull. Verstappen, 25, went on to finish 0.8 seconds clear of Charles Leclerc but was stripped of pole…

Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri had a difference of opinion after making contact at the first corner of the Belgian Grand Prix - contact which ultimately took both drivers out of the race. With Sainz and Piastri starting P4 and P5 respectively, Sainz found himself fighting with the Mercedes of Lewis Hamilton on the run down to the tight Turn 1…

From P6 on a dry track, Verstappen was majestic as he scythed his way through the field. On lap 15 he was glued to the rear wing of Perez's Red Bull, stalking his teammate patiently for almost a full lap, Max pounced to take the lead where he stayed for 44 laps. Controlling the race, in another stellar display of superiority justified his Betway F1…

But it would be a challenging adaptation to the top echelon for the Silverstone team, as they struggled to 10th in the constructors' standings - ahead of only Super Aguri, who fell off the grid four races into the campaign amid financial problems - with a best finish of 10th. And the start of their second term was barely any better. Stuck towards…

Alex Albon and the Williams Formula 1 team have had no qualms about admitting the emphasis they put on particular tracks and race circumstances where their limited technical package is at its best. In simple terms, it's a case of fast circuit, low-drag set-up equals good. A lot of tight, twisty corners and a high downforce requirement equals…

Verstappen topped qualifying from Ferrari driver Leclerc on Friday, but Red Bull's championship leader will start from sixth after fitting a fifth gearbox of the season. But a dominant performance in Saturday's rain-shortened sprint, which he also started from the front after defeating sprint race adversary Oscar Piastri, means Verstappen remains…

The 20 Formula 1 drivers have one more race at Spa before they can take a spa day for the summer break. The Belgian Grand Prix has featured rainy weather up to race day that could provide for some unpredictability. Max Verstappen has been dominating the first half of the season, winning nine of the 11 races so far, including seven straight. He will…

predictions and odds for the F1 Belgium sprint race. These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing. So far, Red Bull has also dominated the sprint races. Sergio Perez won in Azerbaijan on the way to sweep both races, while Max Verstappen did the same on his way to a complete weekend sweep in Austria. The Dutchman dominated the…

The Alpine Formula One team will part ways with team principal Otmar Szafnauer by mutual agreement following this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix. Don't have an account? Create Account Alpine said in a statement Friday that Bruno Famin, who is the vice president of Alpine Motorsports, will assume the role of interim team principal following Sunday's…

Formula One returns for its final race before the traditional summer break, and it will be the third sprint race weekend of the 2023 calendar, with three more to come. Max Verstappen and Red Bull come into the race on a incredible run of form. Verstappen has won the last seven and Red Bull have triumphed in the last 12, which includes the final…

Max Verstappen looks to win his third straight Belgian Grand Prix at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps this weekend. Verstappen is a big favorite (-350) to win again in his birth country. It should be noted that the 2021 race was never run under a green flag and only completed two laps due to weather. Verstappen won from the 14th starting spot in the…

With the Formula 1 season hurtling towards its mid-year hiatus, the anticipation has reached its climax for the much-awaited 2023 Belgian Grand Prix. This thrilling race takes place at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps Circuit, nestled within the picturesque Ardennes forests. Revered by all Formula 1 drivers, Spa holds a special place in their hearts…

With the Formula 1 season hurtling towards its summer break, the anticipation reaches a crescendo for the highly anticipated 2023 Belgian Grand Prix at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps Circuit. Nestled amongst picturesque Ardennes forests, Spa holds a special place in the hearts of Formula 1 drivers, not to mention its distinction as the longest track…

The 2023 Formula 1 season is officially at its halfway point, with Max Verstappen casually strolling to a third straight title thanks to a win streak that was extended to seven this past weekend at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Is an eighth consecutive win ahead at this Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix? In Hungary, Verstappen was edged out for the pole by…

If you want the best Belgian Grand Prix odds, pump the brakes and stop what you're doing because we've got you covered. This Belgian Grand Prix betting guide contains all the stats, facts, bonus offers and odds you'll need ahead of the big race at Spa. So, if you're ready to drive towards the winner's podium, here's how to bet on the Belgian…

As the Formula 1 season speeds towards its summer break, the excitement's built to a peak for the 2023 Belgian Grand Prix, run at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps Circuit. Tucked away amidst the scenic Ardennes forests, Spa holds a cherished spot in the hearts of Formula 1 drivers, and it proudly boasts the title of being the longest track on the…

Not too long ago, some viewed Sergio Perez as a legitimate Formula 1 world championship threat. Max Verstappen hasn't failed to win a race since. When Red Bull's Sergio Perez took the pole position for the Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome and teammate Max Verstappen only managed to qualify on the fifth row in ninth place, Perez…

Image Source: Shutterstock.com Max Verstappen has won nine of this season's 11 Formula 1 races and is on a seven-win run right now. Obviously, it's no surprise he's seen as the No. 1 favorite to win the 2023 Belgian GP. But is there anyone who can stop him right before the summer break? We're not so sure about that, but we do think we might see a…

Lando Norris enters Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix (9 a.m. ET, ESPN) as the No. 2 favorite following his back-to-back second-place finishes. Norris is+1000 to win on Sunday at BetMGM after McLaren's sudden turnaround thanks to midseason updates to its car. He hadn't finished any better than sixth and had just three top 10s in the first eight races of…

After sealing another victory in Hungary last weekend, Max Verstappen heads into the 2023 Belgian Grand Prix as the red-hot favourite to take another win. With another chequered-flag finished at Spa, the Red Bull driver would make it eights win in a row - the second-best run in F1 history after Sebastian Vettel's nine consecutive race victories in…

Odds at DraftKings as of July 25, 2023. Lock in a DraftKings promo code to bet on the 2023 Belgian Grand Prix. Bettors in KY can check out the latest on Kentucky sports betting. The McLaren duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri proved that their impressive finishes among the top four in Britain were no fluke with another strong showing last weekend…

F1 betting is back for another weekend of action and it's no surprise to report that Max Verstappen is the favorite among sportsbooks to win the Belgian Grand Prix. However, the fact we have a Sprint race this Saturday means there are more opportunities for bettors to make profits away from the lead car. Dutchman Verstappen is crushing the field…

Max Verstappen is once again the favorite (-360) as the Formula 1 grid heads to Spa this week but a particular McLaren star is moving up the board after back-to-back podium finishes. Read more in our Belgian Grand Prix betting preview below. Max Verstappen may not have had pole last week but he secured his seventh straight win all the same and hits…

Juan Manuel Correa suffered life-changing injuries in a serious Formula 2 crash in 2019. Now, three and a half years later, he's back in the championship full time and aiming high. Autoweek caught up with Correa for insight into his recovery, next steps, and long-term prognosis. It is a busy 2023 season for Correa, who was born in Ecuador and…

FERNANDO ALONSO singled out Formula One legend Michael Schumacher as his greatest ever rival. Alonso snubbed famous foe Sir Lewis Hamilton, with whom he had such an intense feud when they were team-mates at McLaren for one season in 2007 that he quit the team. The Aston Martin driver has instead opted for Schumacher, whom he beat to the top in 2005…

MICHAEL Schumacher's beloved wife Corinna has been "like a prisoner" as she tirelessly fights to keep his health a secret, said ex-F1 boss Eddie Jordan. Corinna - dubbed Michael's "guardian angel" - has overseen the effort to ensure his wish for privacy is respected as he continues to recover from his horrific ski crash ten years ago. The…

Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan has opened up about close friend Michael Schumacher - saying the stricken star is "there, but not there" as mystery surrounds his health. The 74-year-old gave the German his big break in F1 when the then 22-year-old racer made his debut with Jordan in the Belgian Grand Prix in 1991, The Sun reports. Michael would go on…

F1 LEGEND Eddie Jordan has opened up about his pal Michael Schumacher - saying the stricken star is "there, but not there" as mystery surrounds his health. Eddie, 74, gave the German his big break in F1 when the then 22-year-old racer made his debut with Jordan in the Belgian Grand Prix in 1991. Michael would go on to break all the records -…

The Christmas break disappeared in a flash, with attention already locked on a new Formula 1 campaign - one which offers so much potential, with a revolutionary new generation of car following a sweeping overhaul of the technical regulations. That makes the bold prediction business even trickier than usual - but here goes… This feature is currently…

By their own admission, the German manufacturer, part of the Volkswagen Group, have had "interesting discussions with several teams" which is no surprise as one would expect every team or wannabe team to tap up Audi now that their PU is out the bag. If I were Merc or Ferrari or RBR, I would even set up a fake team to go listen in on the plans. In…

We have reached the summer break in the 2022 Formula One World Championship. 13 races have already taken place, with nine races scheduled for the second phase of the season. Max Verstappen leads the World Drivers' Championship by 80 points, leaving Charles Leclerc and the rest of the chasing pack with plenty of work to do. As it stands, the…

Carlos Sainz has endured an inconsistent two years with Ferrari, with the highs of victory in Silverstone often being met by the lows of DNFs in Austin, Austria, Suzuka and Imola. In his first season with Ferrari the Spaniard upset the odds and beat golden boy Charles Leclerc in the final standings by a close 5.5 points, after half points were…

Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Stavelot, Belgium has been a regular stop on the Formula 1 schedule since 1925 and the 2022 Belgian Grand Prix will bring the world's best drivers back to Spa on Sunday. Formula One has been off for nearly a month since the Hungarian Grand Prix on July 31, but the last two podiums have been identical. Max Verstappen…

Following a four-week break, Formula 1 racing returns this weekend with the running of the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton aims to build on his slim lead in the F1 Drivers Championship as the second half of the season gets underway. The reigning champion joins archrival Max Verstappen at the top of the Belgian Grand Prix odds to take home…

After three weeks away Formula 1 is back from the summer break. And if you haven't kept up with F1 news since the Hungarian Grand Prix, let's quickly catch you up. First, four-time champion Sebastian Vettel announced his retirement and exit from Aston Martin at the end of the season. And before we could begin to theorize who will fill the open…

The 14th race of the 2022 Formula 1 season will be this Belgian Grand Prix, and here you can check out everything you need to know about this race, such as the preview, information, predictions, odds, storylines, and how to watch or live stream it free in the US. You can watch it live in the US on FuboTV (free trial). Little more than half of…

F1 has finally returned after its summer break, with the sport at the historic Spa circuit for this year's Belgian Grand Prix. The race-day outlook has already changed considerably, so we break it all down in our Belgian GP picks. Mercifully, Formula 1's summer break is over after a month of rumors and team moves ahead of the 2023 season. Before…

Formula 1 has been pushing for greener solutions to the travel-heavy sport. At the end of the 2021 season, the Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team used HVO 100 biofuel instead of the standard diesel in some of its freight trucks. Lewis Hamilton says the F1 cars are at odds with sustainability, but using biofuel on the freight side of things seems…

Formula One's summer break is over and the racing series is back at one of its most iconic venues. Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps hosts the Belgian Grand Prix this weekend. Charles Leclerc's title chances, and Ferrari's with them, have quickly faded. Max Verstappen and Red Bull are pulling away for what appear to be easy championships. Most of the…