P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen held off intense pressure from both McLaren drivers to take victory in the Sprint Race at the F1 Belgian GP.
Max Verstappen claimed victory in the Sprint Race at the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix, fending off pressure from McLaren drivers. Dutchman showed composure and race craft, overtaking Oscar Piastri at the Kemmel Straight. Norris finished third on the podium at Spa-Francorchamps. Alpine’s Franco Colapinto started from the pit lane due to rear wing change. Enstone-based squad faced setbacks with Gasly withdrawing due to water leak but aimed to fix for participation. Verstappen led Lap 1 with 18 cars on Medium compound, Piastri leading Turn 1. Norris lost position to Leclerc, Ocon held fifth, top 10 mostly unchanged. Verstappen resisted Piastri’s pressure while Norris closed in on the front duo. Piastri briefly retook the lead before Verstappen again emerged in front during the action-packed Sprint Race.
