Ferrari team boss Frédéric Vasseur commended Lewis Hamilton’s impressive comeback drive at the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, describing it as “aggressive” yet effective. Despite being eliminated early during qualifying in Q1, Hamilton managed to recover and finish within the points. His tenacity during the race earned the respect of rivals, with Ferrari recognizing the skill and determination it took to fight back from such a disappointing start.
Meanwhile, Red Bull put speculation to rest regarding Max Verstappen’s future. Team advisor Helmut Marko confirmed that the Dutchman will remain with Red Bull through the 2026 season. This announcement follows the expiration of a clause in Verstappen’s contract that would have allowed him to exit the team post-Belgian GP. With this confirmation, Red Bull solidifies their commitment to continuing their partnership with Verstappen beyond the current regulations shift.
McLaren also addressed rumors concerning the intra-team battle at Spa. Team principal Andrea Stella dismissed the notion that a power unit or battery issue allowed Oscar Piastri to overtake Lando Norris during the race. The overtake happened shortly after the green flag was waved following a lengthy weather delay, but Stella insisted that the move was purely performance-based and not due to any technical malfunction on Norris’s car.
Former World Champion Nico Rosberg took a swipe at Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, calling him “horrible” to negotiate with and claiming he intentionally avoids talks. Rosberg, who raced for Mercedes until his sudden retirement in 2016, shared his views in light of the ongoing contract discussions involving George Russell. In response, Russell also made headlines for backing the FIA’s controversial decision to delay the race start, stating that racing in such treacherous wet conditions would have been “stupidity.”
Finally, Oscar Piastri extended his lead in the championship standings after securing victory in a chaotic and heavily delayed Belgian Grand Prix. Despite limited overtaking opportunities, especially in the top eight positions over the last 32 laps, Piastri’s consistent pace and sharp strategy gave him the edge. The weekend also saw varied performances across the grid, as teams and drivers now shift their attention to the next round in Hungary.
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