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McLaren Drivers Risk Grid Penalty as Hamilton Faces Shocker: Spa Grand Prix Drama Unveiled

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
July 26, 2025
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McLaren Drivers Risk Grid Penalty as Hamilton Faces Shocker: Spa Grand Prix Drama Unveiled

Formula One F1 - Belgian Grand Prix - Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Stavelot, Belgium - July 25, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris during sprint qualifying REUTERS/Yves Herman/Pool

In a shocking turn of events at the Belgian Grand Prix, McLaren drivers are facing the risk of grid penalties, sending shockwaves through the F1 world. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are teetering on the edge of punishment due to multiple engine component changes. Both drivers have reached their limit with the fourth and final legal internal combustion engine, turbocharger, motor generator unit-heat, and motor generator unit-kinetic. The stakes are high as the consequences loom over the McLaren team.

Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton, a seasoned F1 champion, faced a career-first setback during sprint qualifying at Spa-Francorchamps. Hamilton’s session came to an abrupt end after a spin at the penultimate corner dashed his hopes for a strong finish. The unexpected turn of events left fans and experts reeling at the rare misstep by the legendary driver.

On another front, George Russell hinted at a potential reason behind his disastrous sprint qualifying performance, suggesting that gravel on the track left by his teammate may have played a role in his early exit. With tensions running high within the team, Russell’s comments add fuel to the fire as the F1 community speculates on the internal dynamics at play.

Amidst the chaos, Lando Norris remains optimistic but cautious, labeling the situation as “impossible to say” whether his push lap strategy impacted his performance. With Oscar Piastri securing pole position and Max Verstappen by his side, the stage is set for a thrilling race at Spa Francorchamps, with McLaren’s fate hanging in the balance.

As the drama unfolds, Max Verstappen downplays the significance of Red Bull’s upgrades at Spa-Francorchamps, despite managing to outshine the McLaren duo in sprint qualifying. With a revamped RB21, Verstappen’s confidence is palpable as he gears up to challenge Piastri for the top spot on the grid, setting the stage for a fierce battle on the track.

In a separate development, Pierre Gasly breathes a sigh of relief as he escapes punishment from the stewards following an investigation for impeding Yuki Tsunoda. Gasly’s eighth-place starting position remains secure, providing a sense of stability amidst the turmoil at the Belgian Grand Prix.

As the anticipation builds for the upcoming race, fans and experts alike are on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the gripping saga of the F1 season. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the drivers prepare to face off in a showdown of speed and skill at one of the most iconic tracks on the F1 calendar.

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