Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

SPA, BELGIUM - JULY 26: Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes on track during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 26, 2025 in Spa, Belgium.

“The main points are tomorrow” — Piastri looking ahead to Sunday after P2 in the 2025 F1 Belgian GP Sprint

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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri reflected on the 2025 F1 Belgian GP Sprint Race by acknowledging that the start went largely as anticipated. Starting from pole position, he faced a tough challenge against Max Verstappen’s Red Bull, which had a clear advantage in straight-line speed. While speaking in the press conference after Saturday’s Sprint Race, Piastri explained…

SPA, BELGIUM - JULY 26: Sprint winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing gets out of ths car in parc ferme during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 26, 2025 in Spa, Belgium.

“It was just playing cat and mouse” – Verstappen’s defensive drive secures 2025 F1 Belgian GP Sprint win

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Max Verstappen returned to winning ways on Saturday afternoon with a commanding performance in the 2025 F1 Belgian GP Sprint Race at Spa-Francorchamps. The Dutchman took the lead on the opening lap and never looked back—though the pressure behind him never eased. Despite starting behind Oscar Piastri, Verstappen knew exactly where his best chance lay….

Rafael Câmara on P5 finish in the F3 Sprint Race at the 2025 Belgian GP

“Finally, a good Sprint Race and good Saturday for us” – Câmara on P5 finish in the F3 Sprint Race at the Belgian GP

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Rafael Câmara delivered a robust performance in the 2025 F3 Sprint Race at the Belgian GP, fighting his way from P11 on the grid to finish fifth. The TRIDENT driver, currently leading the Drivers’ Championship, executed a clean and calculated race to secure a strong result and build momentum heading into Sunday’s Feature Race. “It…

Max Verstappen claimed victory at the 2025 F1 Belgian GP Sprint Race

F1 | Sprint Race | Belgian GP | Verstappen claims victory after strong start

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Max Verstappen claimed the Sprint Race win at the 2025 F1 Belgian GP, getting Red Bull Racing’s new era off to a successful start, full report and results below. Rain and uncertainty loomed over Spa-Francorchamps throughout the weekend, but the Belgian GP Sprint delivered clear conditions and intense battles. Oscar Piastri of McLaren started from…

Brad Benavides of AIX Racing celebrates pole at F3 Belgian GP

“I expect the unexpected”: Benavides reflects on surprise F3 pole at the 2025 Belgian GP

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Brad Benavides delivered a stunning Qualifying performance at the Belgian GP in Spa-Francorchamps to secure his first-ever pole position in the F3. Against the backdrop of one of motorsport’s most iconic and challenging circuits, the American driver rose from deep in the order to top the timesheets in a session marked by drama, unpredictability, and…

Martinius Stenshorne secures P5 at Spa, credits Hitech’s progress and manages chaotic traffic in tricky Formula 3 Qualifying.

“Everyone wants the draft”: Stenshorne delivers measured F3 Qualifying to secure top-five Belgian GP Feature Race start

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Martinius Stenshorne delivered a composed and confident display in a complicated F3 Qualifying session at the Belgian GP, putting his Hitech Pulse-Eight car on the third row of the grid for Sunday’s Feature Race. The Norwegian, who is also a McLaren Development Driver, secured fifth place amid one of the trickiest Qualifying formats on the…

Staněk reflects on P3 qualifying at Spa, citing Invicta’s support and setup gains as he eyes points and consistency in F2.

“A good chance again to score points”: Staněk targets strong F2 weekend at 2025 Belgian GP

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Roman Staněk produced a strong F2 Qualifying performance at the 2025 Belgian GP with a strong third-place finish at Spa-Francorchamps. The Czech driver, who races for Invicta Racing, continued a run of consistent Qualifying form despite early struggles in Free Practice. From Free Practice struggles to P3 While speaking to the media, including Pit Debrief,…

BERLIN, GERMANY - JULY 13: Taylor Barnard of Great Britain and NEOM McLaren Formula E Team prepares to drive in the garage during practice, ahead of the Berlin E-Prix, Round 14 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Tempelhof Airport Circuit on July 13, 2025 in Berlin, Germany.

“The team deserve a good send-off”: Barnard eyes breakthrough win in London as NEOM McLaren bows out of Formula E

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As the 2025 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship prepares for its season finale at the ExCeL London circuit, British rookie Taylor Barnard heads into his home race with one major milestone still outstanding. Despite a debut season packed with impressive results — including podiums, pole positions, fastest laps and new records — a race…

BERLIN, GERMANY - JULY 13: Oliver Rowland of Great Britain and Nissan Formula E Team looks on during qualifying, ahead of the Berlin E-Prix, Round 14 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Tempelhof Airport Circuit on July 13, 2025 in Berlin, Germany.

“We’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain”: Rowland eyes London Formula E challenge after claiming Championship title in Berlin

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Twelve days after securing his first ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Berlin, Nissan’s Oliver Rowland arrived at the final race weekend of the 2025 season with one title already in hand — but one still up for grabs. With the drivers’ crown wrapped up, attention now turns to helping his team push for…

Haas makes double SQ3 appearance with Ocon (P5) leading Bearman (P7) at the 2025 F1 Belgian GP.

Ocon and Bearman pleased with double SQ3 appearance for Haas in F1 Belgian GP Sprint Qualifying

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The Haas F1 Team had reason to celebrate at Spa-Francorchamps as both Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman advanced to SQ3 during Sprint Qualifying for the 2025 F1 Belgian GP. The result marked the team’s first double top-10 appearance in a Sprint Qualifying session this season, as the American outfit capitalised on strong pace, effective tyre…