P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen will line up in 11th place for the start of the Belgian Grand Prix after taking on a new engine at Spa-Francorchamps.
Max Verstappen believes he is at a disadvantage for the Belgian Grand Prix due to having fewer fresh Hard C1 tyres compared to his rivals. Pirelli suggests a two-stop strategy starting with Mediums then switching to Hards as the fastest route. Verstappen starts 11th on the grid after taking a new internal combustion for the race weekend. He aims to survive lap one and hopes for a strong performance despite the tire strategy differences. Red Bull’s main challenger, McLaren, shows strong race pace, posing a challenge for the front. Verstappen sees this race as more of a damage limitation exercise due to his starting position and tire situation. He remains cautious but optimistic about his chances in the race.
