7 moments you might have missed at the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix

The 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps delivered a thrilling weekend of racing as Kimi Antonelli secured his maiden victory at the historic circuit, extending his championship lead to 45 points over Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen. While the racing action took center stage, the paddock also remembered the late Anthoine Hubert and Dilano van 't Hoff, with Pierre Gasly leading a commemorative run around the track. Football fever took over the paddock as the World Cup final coincided with the race. Players and drivers alike celebrated their national pride, with Franco Colapinto showing support for Lionel Messi, and Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz cheering on Spain’s eventual victory. Meanwhile, Antonelli kept fans entertained with his lighthearted social media presence, which included a playful pie-in-the-face prank on his father during his birthday weekend. Technical drama and unique moments rounded out the weekend, with Nico Hulkenberg showcasing his 'Hulk strength' by preventing his Audi from rolling away after a qualifying breakdown. Off-track, Prince Philippe of Belgium visited the podium cooldown room, while Lewis Hamilton opted for a skateboard to navigate the paddock. Additionally, drivers debuted special helmet designs, including Esteban Ocon’s Marvel-inspired Spider-Man lid, which received a stamp of approval from actor Tom Holland.