P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 Standings: Hamilton loses more ground in Ferrari battle as Verstappen narrows gap
Lewis Hamilton struggled at the Belgian Grand Prix, finishing in 15th place while his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc secured fourth place, widening their points gap.
Max Verstappen showed impressive defensive skills at the race, holding off Oscar Piastri for over 15 laps and gaining crucial points in the title battle.
Piastri’s second-place finish behind Lando Norris could play a significant role in the tight championship race unfolding this season.
Haas drivers’ points finishes brought them closer to catching Aston Martin in the constructors’ championship, with only one point separating them.
The 2025 rule change removing the fastest lap point aims to eliminate strategic pitting for the bonus point seen in past seasons.
Additionally, headlines confirm Verstappen’s stay at Red Bull and Hamilton’s struggles at the Belgian Grand Prix, while FIA investigates a pitlane incident involving an F1 star.
