P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The start of the Belgian Grand Prix was delayed by well over an hour due to heavy rain hitting the circuit.
Max Verstappen critisizes race control for delaying the start of the Belgian Grand Prix due to visibility issues, expressing his discontent with the decision-making process. The FIA received complaints from multiple drivers about poor visibility behind the safety car during the early race assessment. Verstappen suggested the race should have started at 3 o’clock immediately, as he felt the track conditions were suitable. Despite starting the race on intermediates and later switching to dry tires, Verstappen had to settle for fourth place, his third consecutive race without a podium finish. The Dutch driver voiced frustration over the team’s setup choices and the handling of the car in changing conditions, highlighting the difficulties faced during the race.
