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MOTORSPORT: Hamilton claims dramatic Belgian GP

29 July 2024, 9:46 am

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Lewis Hamilton won the Belgium Grand Prix at Spa Francorchamps after George Russell was disqualified for failing a post-race weight check. Oscar Piastri finished second, while Charles Leclerc came in third. Max Verstappen, who started 11th due to a penalty, finished fourth. The top three were separated by just 1.173 seconds at the finish. The race saw a mix of strategies and intense battles, with Piastri making a remarkable move to secure second place. Russell’s disqualification handed Hamilton his 105th career victory. The championship standings now see Verstappen and Norris tied at the top, with Piastri moving up to fourth. Ferrari reached 10,000 points as a constructor, and the next race will be the Dutch Grand Prix on August 25.

Brands mentioned: Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, Aston Martin, Alpine, RB

 

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