P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton will be forced to start the F1 Belgian GP from the pitlane after Ferrari made extensive power unit and suspension changes on his car in breach of parc ferme rules.
Lewis Hamilton is set to start the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix from the pitlane due to Ferrari’s power unit and suspension changes that violated parc ferme rules. Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso will also start from the pitlane for exceeding engine component limits. All three drivers took more internal combustion engines, turbochargers, MGU-H, and MGU-K than the regulations allow. Additionally, Hamilton surpassed the limit on energy stores and control electronics along with adopting a new exhaust system. The FIA mandated that cars 44, 12, and 14 must start the race from the pitlane as per the 2025 Formula One Sporting Regulations. Despite the setback, Hamilton will lead the pitlane start due to his higher qualifying position compared to Antonelli and Alonso, with Lance Stroll starting at the back of the grid.
