Lewis Hamilton 's Belgian Grand Prix weekend has already been a disaster but now the Ferrari star has been hit by an FIA punishment before F1 goes racing at Spa on Sunday.

Hulkenberg, who claimed the first podium finish of his F1 career at the British Grand Prix earlier this month. was eventually eliminated in 14th as Sauber team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto reached Q3. Bortoleto will line up 10th on Sunday’s starting grid in Belgium.

The Belgian Grand Prix start has been delayed due to wet weather at Spa-Francorchamps, but the FIA has issued a crucial clarification once the race gets

The FIA have confirmed the official F1 starting grid for the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix ahead of today's (Sunday, July 27) 44-lap shootout at Spa. After winning the sprint race on Saturday, Max Verstappen could only manage the fourth best qualifying time at Spa with the McLarens instead locking out the front row.

Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, have been forced to cancel a race due to the weather conditions ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix. On Saturday, Max Verstappen won the sprint at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps before Lando Norris stormed to pole position for Sunday's main race.

The official found Stroll already had the right of way, and Hulkenberg was at fault for the collision, though no penalty was issued to either driver for the contact. In document 49 from the Belgian Grand Prix, the FIA gave its explanation of the events.

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