Hello friends, good vibes to all.
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> This weekend, one of the most iconic prizes, and one of my personal favorites, was run: the Belgian Grand Prix at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit. It's known that the possibility of rain in those parts will always be high. It's not that it always happens, but every year this race is associated with rain, and no, it's not because of that unfortunate day in the 2021 season when the FIA did everything but manage. Yesterday seemed to be a snapshot of that time, at least at first, since the chances of the prize not being awarded depended on two things: the inclement weather and the lukewarmness of the FIA and its race control.
> We're living in an era where cars are safer than ever, both physically and software-wise. Safety measures are extreme, even the drivers' clothing is waterproof, and the tire system is increasingly efficient on wet tracks. Yet, knowing all this, the FIA doesn't want, or is terrified, of racing in the rain. And this is a topic of debate because in yesterday's case, as in most others, it was a matter of visibility due to the spray generated by the cars. But there's another issue, and it seems the drivers themselves are increasingly less willing to race in these conditions. Yesterday, many complained about the lack of visibility on their radios, and the FIA is clearly listening to and analyzing this. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54682730095_a102a4468b_b.jpg [Fuente!](https://lapeando.com/articulo?id=1282&oscar-piastri-gana-gran-premio-belgica-2025-de-formula-1/)
> After the race, I think the only one who dared to say what many fans are thinking was Max Verstappen. He basically commented that the race should have started at least an hour earlier and that these decisions to delay things only spoil what could have been a very good race in the rain. And yes, it's not possible that they had to wait more than an hour for everything to dry and then restart the race behind the safety car. If in lower categories they race in heavy downpours, if 20-30 years ago they raced with the sky split in two, how is it that there is more fear now when in theory there is more safety?
> The thing is, once the race started, it must be said that it was very boring to watch. The only excitement one could have expected was the first tire change, as they started on intermediate rain tires and had to move on to dry tires. That calculation, that strategy of deciding when to pit and which tire to put on, I would think was the only noteworthy thing, as in some cases it influenced the rest of the race. McLaren, and it sounds repetitive, but they're in a different league. They once again demonstrated how far ahead they are of the rest; Ferrari didn't do badly; it was a good podium for Leclerc, and Hamilton's race was spectacular, for Lewis, who is having a harder time adapting. https://www.autohebdo.fr/app/uploads/2025/07/F1-GP-Belgique-Spa-live-direct-Autohebdo-1-753x494.jpg [Fuente! ](https://es.autohebdo.fr/noticias/f1/F1%3A-Revive-el-Gran-Premio-de-B%C3%A9lgica-2025-en-directo.html) --- https://cdn-2.motorsport.com/images/amp/63vbR1EY/s1000/lando-norris-mclaren-oscar-pia.jpg [Fuente!](https://lat.motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-belgica-campeonato-pilotos-constructores-carrera-2025/10745877/)
> It was Red Bull's first race without Horner and I didn't see many changes. I understand that Laurent Mekies decided to give Tsunoda's car significant changes, and at times it looked competitive, but there's still a long way to go. Moving on to Mercedes, something's happening with Antonelli. I'm surprised by his slump. He started the season very well but suddenly fell off. I think it all started in Emilia-Romagna when he couldn't finish the race. From then on, he's only finished in the top 10 once. Franco Colapinto's situation with Alpine is critical. I understand that the car is unmanageable, but I feel like Gasly is making a bit of a fool of himself. He scored points yesterday, and that's saying a lot considering the car it is. Doohan was dropped from the team for less. And well, we have to applaud Sauber; their performance lately is impressive.
> It was a dull and boring Grand Prix, practically a train ride for 44 laps. It could have been spectacular and highly entertaining, but the FIA didn't want it. With this victory, Piastri pulls away slightly from Norris and continues to extend his lead over Verstappen, to the point that Russell is 28 points behind the Dutchman. I think the championship is still extremely open; there are 11 Grand Prixs left, the next one being this weekend in Hungary. I think the season is very entertaining; there's a trend at the top, but the gap means anything can still happen. As I said, the Hungaroring is the next destination. https://vanguardia.com.mx/binrepository/1220x800/10c0/1200d800/down-right/11604/KRSG/gw4seonwwaavzfi_1-12613908_20250727171208.jpg [Fuente!](https://vanguardia.com.mx/deportes/automovilismo/oscar-piastri-gana-el-gp-de-belgica-2025-y-amplia-su-ventaja-sobre-lando-norris-en-f1-GH16770732) ***
> Well, that's all for today, my friends. I hope you enjoyed it. ¡Hugs to everyone, see you next time!