F1 Belgian Grand Prix 2025 results: Final classification with penalties appl…read more
The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps delivered a captivating spectacle from start to finish, marked by unpredictable weather conditions, strategic gambles, and standout performances across the grid. Despite a delayed start caused by persistent rain, the race concluded with all 20 drivers reaching the finish line — a rare feat at the notoriously challenging Belgian circuit.
The initial start was postponed due to heavy rainfall, which left the track saturated and unsafe for immediate racing. After a patient wait and several laps behind the safety car, conditions improved enough to allow for a rolling start. By that point, much of the standing water had drained off the racing line, offering the drivers a mostly dry, though still treacherous, surface on which to begin the Grand Prix.
Oscar Piastri emerged as the standout driver of the day, securing a well-earned victory with a calculated move on his teammate, Lando Norris. The key moment of the race came on lap five, when Piastri, demonstrating both bravery and skill in the damp conditions, overtook Norris to claim the lead. From there, the young Australian controlled the race with maturity beyond his years. Despite intermittent threats from Norris and other contenders, Piastri maintained his composure and pace, eventually crossing the line to take the chequered flag and celebrate what will be remembered as one of his most impressive Formula 1 wins to date.
Norris, despite losing out on the win, put in a strong performance to secure second place. The intra-team battle was clean and respectful, but also tense, as the McLaren duo stretched their advantage over the rest of the field early in the race. Their 1-2 finish highlighted McLaren’s strength in mixed-weather conditions and further established the team’s resurgence as a serious contender in the 2025 season.
Further down the order, veteran driver Lewis Hamilton turned in a remarkable drive that brought echoes of his championship-winning form. Having started from the pit lane due to a last-minute setup change that violated parc fermé regulations, Hamilton had a mountain to climb. Yet, in typical fashion, he made up positions steadily and expertly, maneuvering through the field in the slippery conditions. His racecraft, especially in the first half of the Grand Prix, was a showcase of experience and skill, culminating in a hard-fought seventh place finish. Given the circumstances of his start, Hamilton’s result was met with admiration across the paddock.
The race, while not without drama, was largely clean in terms of incidents, and no retirements were recorded — a testament to the skill of the drivers and the caution exercised in the early laps. Several post-race investigations and penalties were applied, but they did little to affect the outcome at the front. The FIA’s final classification confirmed the running order, with Piastri as the undisputed winner.
Overall, the Belgian Grand Prix proved to be an exciting and strategic affair, rewarding driver finesse and team tactics in equal measure. The rain may have initially caused delays, but it ultimately set the stage for a thrilling contest that showcased the talent of the grid and delivered yet another memorable chapter at Spa.
