P1racenews AI automatic summary:
That was a wet, wet, wet session in which little information was gained.
The final practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix was heavily affected by rain and saw two red flags, raising concerns for the upcoming qualifying session. Lance Stroll’s crash in the initial minutes led to the first red flag at Spa-Francorchamps circuit. Despite a brief resumption, another red flag soon followed due to worsening weather conditions. With uncertain weather forecasts, the qualifying prospects were cast into doubt.
The rainy conditions on the qualifying day marked a drastic change compared to the dry practice sessions on Friday. Max Verstappen was the first driver to switch to intermediate tires during the session. Despite initial struggles with tire temperatures, he managed to set competitive lap times. Yuki Tsunoda, Lando Norris, and Lance Stroll faced challenges on the wet track and caused red flags throughout the session. The unpredictable weather conditions added an extra layer of complexity to the practice and qualifying sessions.
Stroll’s crash, resulting in suspension damage, forced a red flag and halted the session temporarily. Daniel Ricciardo’s concerns about car issues added to the challenges faced by teams during the rainy session. Despite multiple interruptions and incidents, teams used the limited track time wisely to assess car performance and driver strategies. The treacherous conditions at Spa-Francorchamps highlighted the importance of adaptability and quick decision-making in Formula 1.
