F1: Chequered Flag Belgian Grand Prix Review
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Jul 27, 2025 Damon Hill, the 1996 F1 world champion, joins Harry Benjamin to dive into the thrilling details of the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa. They discuss Oscar Piastri's stunning victory and whether he's outshone teammate Lando Norris. Hill analyzes the tense moments throughout the race, from rookie Piastri's tactics to the challenges faced by Ferrari. Listeners get insight into drivers' strategies, the impact of weather delays, and reactions from stars like Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. It's a captivating look at shifting team dynamics and racing brilliance.
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Spa Race Strategic Depth
- The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa was a race filled with tension and strategic nuance rather than wheel-to-wheel collisions.
- Minor mistakes costing fractions of seconds can determine race outcomes at such high levels of competition.
Tyre Strategy Crucial at Spa
- Switching early to slick tyres on a drying track yields significant pace advantage compared to intermediates.
- Lewis Hamilton's bold early switch gained him about 11 positions, demonstrating the massive impact of strategic tyre choices.
Strategic Tyre Differences Matter
- Lando Norris chose hard tyres to try a different strategy from Oscar Piastri, who took mediums first.
- Multi-tyre choice adds tactical complexity, with hard tyres less optimal but necessary when pitting second.