It was another challenging weekend for Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli in Belgium, but a few words of wisdom from Lewis Hamilton helped. The seven-time World Champion told the rookie to keep his head up as he battled through a difficult event.

Mercedes enjoyed a strong start to the 2025 Formula 1 season. George Russell, thrust into a leadership role with the departure of Lewis Hamilton, secured a podium finish in four of the first six races of the campaign.

Dominant McLaren grabbed another 1-2, as Spa-Francorchamps hosted round 13 of the 2025 Formula One world championship

In a moment that melted hearts across the paddock, Mercedes’ rising star Kimi Antonelli was seen holding an umbrella for Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton after the national anthem at the Belgian Grand Prix, showcasing sportsmanship and mutual respect despite being on rival teams.

SportsLine's model analyzes Red Bull's Max Verstappen, McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, and the rest of the starting grid's chances at the 2025 F1 Belgian GP

Catch up on Saturday at Spa, as it hosted round 13 of the 2025 Formula One season with the Belgian Grand Prix weekend

Lewis Hamilton has issued an apology to Ferrari over his “unacceptable” Q1 exit at the Belgian Grand Prix. Hamilton’s final out lap and flying lap were both deleted due to a track limits violation at Raidillon, dropping him into the elimination zone in the opening phase of the three-part qualifying hour.