Dramatic Skies Over Spa: Reigning World Champion Sets Benchmark in Rain-Hit 2024 F1 Belgian Grand Prix Qualifying

Coverage of the 2024 Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix Qualifying Sessions

A detailed summary of the events during the qualifying rounds for the Belgian Grand Prix in the 2024 Formula 1 season.

2024 Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix – Qualifying Session Outcomes

The current world champion set a standard with a time of 1 minute and 54.938 seconds, leading Piastri by 0.6 seconds.

He records a time of 1 minute and 55.549 seconds, surpassing Verstappen by half a second.

Verstappen, Gasly, Piastri, Hamilton, Norris, Ocon, Sainz, Leclerc, Russell, and Perez.

Verstappen clocked in at 1 minute and 56.003 seconds, leading his teammate Perez by 2.0 seconds, who is in fourth place. With no rain in the forecast, the lap times are expected to improve.

Piastri clocked in at 1 minute and 57.411 seconds, leading Hulkenberg by 1.3 seconds. Norris trails by 1.4 seconds, placing third.

Anticipate faster times should the circumstances stay consistent.

"McLaren informs him that rain is anticipated in slightly more than two minutes."

Could these be the optimal conditions? Both drivers from Mercedes have now entered the track.

Hamilton and Russell remain the only ones in the pit lane. Given the impending rain, could that be a gamble?

Several racers hit the circuit on intermediate tires. McLaren predicts additional rainfall in eight minutes.

For the past 15-20 minutes, the area has experienced no rainfall, with the weather gradually getting better. However, there is a prediction for more intense rainfall later tonight, making it crucial to complete the qualifying round as soon as possible.

Stroll encountered an accident during the third free practice, and Aston Martin's team is currently fixing his vehicle. It's uncertain if he will be ready for the qualifying round at 3pm BST.

With only 25 minutes left until the end of the day at Spa, the F2 race has been delayed because of intense rainfall. However, the weather has improved significantly since the delay.

Increased rainfall is expected as the day progresses.

The complete results from the last practice session at Spa-Francorchamps

Verstappen leads, followed by Piastri, Gasly, Norris, and Ocon in speed rankings.

With two minutes remaining, FP3 resumes, allowing all drivers the opportunity for an out-lap and an in-lap.

Raindrop camera action 📸 #F1 #BelgianGPraindrop.twitter.com/vP04GW8SUI — Formula 1 (@F1) July 27, 2024

A recap of the leading 10: Verstappen leads, followed by Piastri, Gasly, Norris, and Ocon. Completing the list are Leclerc, Stroll, Bottas, Hamilton, and Perez.

There's no indication that the situation is getting any

The situation is worsening, leading the FIA to issue a red flag.

Intense rainfall at Spa has resulted in no vehicles on the track with 30 minutes remaining on the timer.

FP3 has resumed…

Verstappen, Piastri, Gasly, Norris, Ocon, Leclerc, Stroll, Bottas, Hamilton, and Perez.

A cautionary red flag has been raised 🚩 as Stroll's vehicle is forced to stop due to car damage #F1#BelgianGPpic.twitter.com/WPU6oDUqjq

Stroll has met with an accident.

Verstappen, Piastri, Gasly, Norris, Ocon, Leclerc, Bottas, Hamilton, Perez, and Albon are drivers whose names are often highlighted within the racing community.

Piastri receives a message: "Anticipate that this intense rainfall will persist for about 10 minutes."

Verstappen continues to lead, clocking in at 2m01.565s, maintaining a 1.4s advantage over Piastri.

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