Belgium 2021: Verstappen wins as heavy rain stops race early
Delayed start and red flag
The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix was heavily disrupted by rain, with the race starting two hours late and ending under a red flag after just two laps behind the Safety Car. Max Verstappen was declared the winner, with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton completing the podium.
Aqualplaning and poor visibility
The race was red-flagged after just two laps due to the heavy rain making it impossible for the drivers to see or control their cars. Several drivers aquaplaned off the track, including Lando Norris and Sergio Perez. The race was eventually abandoned after a delay of over three hours.
Verstappen dominant in qualifying
Verstappen had been in dominant form all weekend, taking pole position in qualifying on Saturday. He led the race from start to finish, despite the difficult conditions.
Russell and Hamilton impress
George Russell and Lewis Hamilton both impressed in the wet conditions. Russell started from 12th on the grid but moved up to second place by the end of the first lap. Hamilton started from fourth but also made up ground to finish third.
Conclusion
The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix will be remembered as one of the most chaotic races in recent memory. The heavy rain made it impossible for the drivers to race safely, and the race was eventually abandoned after just two laps. Verstappen was declared the winner, but the real story of the day was the incredible performances of Russell and Hamilton in the wet conditions.
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