New Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal Laurent Mekies has highlighted how Formula One's governing body, the FIA, delayed the Belgian Grand Prix race start to avoid a wet race. While he acknowledged that the delay was for safety reasons, the decision left Red Bull at a disadvantage, as its car was set up for a wet race.

While a cautious approach was the safer option at Spa, another element loomed in the air: the future of wet-weather racing

The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps was halted before it began due to heavy rain, with the FIA suspending the start after a red-flagged formation lap. Alongside weather challenges, a key rule change was announced, adding intrigue to the situation.

The Belgian Grand Prix is under serious threat of cancellation after heavy rain lashed Spa-Francorchamps, leading to a cancellation of the F3 round.

F1 heads to one of its most unpredictable venues this weekend as Spa-Francorchamps plays host to Round 13 of the 2025 World Championship. Known for sudden