What the teams said – Race day in Belgium

Oscar Piastri claimed a dominant victory for McLaren at the Belgian Grand Prix, leading a superb one-two finish with teammate Lando Norris amidst changing wet-to-dry conditions. Piastri seized the lead from Norris on Lap 1 and masterfully managed his medium tyres to clinch the win. Norris, despite late errors, secured second. Charles Leclerc held off Max Verstappen for a hard-fought third place, showcasing Ferrari's improved package. Strong performances included Alexander Albon's P6 for Williams, successfully defending against Lewis Hamilton (P7 from pit lane), Liam Lawson's P8 for Racing Bulls, and Gabriel Bortoleto's P9 for Kick Sauber, highlighting a competitive midfield.