Verstappen Criticizes Belgian GP Delay Amid Rainy Conditions
Max Verstappen criticized the FIA for delaying the Belgian GP start due to rain, arguing that the cautious approach was unnecessary and hindered wet-weather racing, a sentiment echoed by other drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. The race was delayed by over an hour, with some drivers feeling the decision was overly conservative, while others supported the safety measures. Verstappen expressed concern that such cautiousness could diminish the excitement and unpredictability of wet races in Formula 1.