CHAMPAGNE CELEBRATIONS Cheers rang out from the Mercedes garage as Kimi Antonelli and the team celebrated another victory together. After posing for the traditional team photo, the champagne began to flow over both driver and crew. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

A STRONG STARTER He's the youngest driver on the grid, but Arvid Lindblad continues to prove he's more than capable at this level. The rookie brought his VCARB home in ninth today to secure a fifth consecutive points finish. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

RECOVERY DRIVE After taking a grid penalty to fit new power unit components, Lando Norris always knew today's race would be about damage limitation. The reigning World Champion produced an impressive recovery drive. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

A STRONG WEEKEND Isack Hadjar started from the back end of the grid, but a superb drive and a well-executed Red Bull strategy saw him climb to sixth by the chequered flag. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

THE TOP THREE A familiar sight in 2026 as Kimi Antonelli returned to the top step of the podium, celebrating victory with the customary champagne celebrations. Joining the Mercedes driver were Charles Leclerc in second and Max Verstappen in third. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

"AMAZING, AMAZING!" That was Gabriel Bortoleto's reaction to me after today's race, where he finished eighth to score four points. It's the Brazilian's second consecutive P8 finish, and judging by his reaction, he was pretty pleased with another strong result. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

BACK ON THE SPA PODIUM Spa is the circuit where Charles Leclerc claimed his first Formula One victory back in 2019, and today he continued his fine form here in Belgium. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

HOLDING IT IN Kimi Antonelli added another victory to his CV today. He remained calm and collected as he climbed out of the car in parc ferme, showing little emotion at first. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

SHORT-LIVED HOPES George Russell's race came to an early end after contact with Lewis Hamilton at Les Combes on the opening lap. The incident brought out the Safety Car. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

FULL SUPPORT Franco Colapinto made a statement with his arrival this morning. He couldn't have made his allegiances any clearer ahead of tonight's World Cup Final, although his trainer and one of his managers are of a different persuasion. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

"I DON'T CARE" That was Arvid Lindblad's response when asked who he wanted to win tonight's World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain. I imagine plenty of Englishmen share that feeling after Argentina ended their hopes in the semi-finals. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

VIVA ESPANA Carlos Sainz and his entourage were proudly showing their support for the Spainish National Team ahead of tonight's World Cup Final against Argentina. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

SNEAKING ABOUT I think many of the drivers choose the top entrance to the paddock here in Spa and wend their way behind the engineering motorhomes. This as was the case with Max Verstappen this morning, who was luckily glancing my way. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

RETURNING CHAMPION It was Oscar Piastri who stood on the top step here last year, but today's challenge looks a little different as he lines up sixth on the grid. The Australian admitted to the media that it's been a more difficult weekend than usual. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

READY TO TRAVEL Liam Lawson arrives this morning with his luggage in tow, set for a swift getaway once today's race is over. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

WHAT COULD'VE BEEN Reigning World Champion Lando Norris has looked quick all weekend, featuring near the top of the timesheets in FP2 and FP3 before producing what he described as a "mega lap" to qualify third. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

CHASING A FIRST George Russell has never been classified on the podium at Spa, but starting third on the grid today gives him a great opportunity to change that. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

How much is the food and drink at the circuit this weekend? Watch this video to find out. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

PACE SETTER Championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped the timesheets in FP2 today, laying down an impressive benchmark ahead of qualifying tomorrow. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

The signs have an error on them. It happens from time to time - we're all human! Can you spot what's wrong? #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

COOL UNDER PRESSURE Despite some recent misfortune, Kimi Antonelli arrives this weekend leading the Drivers' Championship by 25 points over teammate George Russell. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

POPULAR MAN Charles Leclerc is one of the most popular drivers wherever Formula One goes, and today was no different. The Ferrari driver was greeted by a crowd of fans on his arrival, with many hoping for a photo or autograph before he headed into the hospitality suite. #f1news #f1 #belgiangp

YOU NEED TO MAKE IT SHORTER When Sergio Perez arrived this morning, I congratulated him on signing 50 of my prints in just 2 minutes and 26 seconds yesterday. His response? "We need to make it shorter." Always chasing time... even when signing autographs. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

CASUAL TOTO A denim shirt and white T-shirt replaced the usual Mercedes team kit for Toto Wolff as he arrived in the paddock ahead of today's FP1 and FP2 sessions. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

TRANSFER TALK There has been some chatter linking Yuki Tsunoda with a move to Williams should either of their current drivers depart at the end of the season. For today Yuki is at Spa in his role as reserve driver for both Red Bull and VCARB. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

SHORT ANSWERS Yesterday's press conference saw Max Verstappen keeping things brief, batting away questions about his future with a series of short, one-word answers. #f1news #f1content #belgiangp

IN GOOD HEALTH Jeremy Clarkson arrived into the paddock today with his partner Lisa Hogan ahead of the British Grand Prix. I visited his pub, farm, and brewery the other day, and you can see the first of two videos on my Kym Illman Travel channel! #f1 #formula1 #britishgp

WHERE'S MAX? Can you spot him in this pic? Let me known in the comments. #f1news #f1content #britishgp

HOME HERO Lando Norris returns to Silverstone as last year's British Grand Prix winner, backed by a huge home crowd once again. #f1news #f1content #britishgp

The Driver's Parade this weekend is set to be an entertaining one. Watch this video to find out the details that went into creating the LEGO mini cars. #f1news #f1content #britishgp