Max Verstappen will get a 10-place grid penalty at the Belgian Grand Prix for using too many engines. He needed new parts after a problem during practice in June's Canadian Grand Prix. Red Bull added a fourth engine in Spain, knowing it would lead to a penalty later. Verstappen, who has done well at Spa before, faces a tough race as McLaren recently showed strong performance.
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Mattia Binotto’s new role as Sauber boss will change the talks about the team’s 2025 Formula 1 seat and affect the driver market. Binotto will decide who will team up with Nico Hulkenberg, while Carlos Sainz is considering offers from Red Bull, Mercedes, and Alpine. Valtteri Bottas said Binotto’s arrival will impact the discussions and that Sainz’s decision is important, though things might still change. Zhou Guanyu agreed that Binotto’s arrival would reset the talks and bring changes to Sauber’s management and strategy.
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Ferrari has struggled with bouncing in three races but says they’ve found a fix, according to team boss Fred Vasseur. They showed better performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix after changing the car’s floor to address previous issues. The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa will test if these changes work in high-speed corners. Vasseur is hopeful for a good result, as both drivers have done well at Spa before.
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Red Bull, Aston Martin, and Williams have not introduced any updates. Mercedes has revised their diffuser, floor edge, and beam wing to enhance downforce and reduce drag. Ferrari and McLaren have tailored their updates for the Spa circuit, focusing on lower downforce and drag reduction. Alpine and Sauber have implemented changes for cooling efficiency and aerodynamic performance, while Haas has adjusted their rear and beam wings to decrease drag.
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Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren are using extra FIA cameras during practice at the Belgian Grand Prix to check front wing flexing. Even though all teams follow the rules, the FIA wants more detailed information. The cameras are in limited supply, so only a few teams have them. This data will help the FIA better understand wing performance and potentially adjust future regulations.
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