F1 fans have stormed the comments section on social media after Max Verstappen was ‘blamed’ for Lewis Hamilton 's spin at the Belgian Grand Prix. Hamilton’s sprint race was ruined when he spun out in SQ1 on Friday and was knocked out of the session, ensuring a measly P17 grid slot for Saturday.

Saturday’s fast-paced F1 news includes Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton issuing an apology after the FIA took action over an “unacceptable” mistake at the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa. Let’s fly through the day’s juiciest headlines at the speed of light…

Race updates and times with Hamilton in pit-lane and Norris on pole at wet Spa - Follow live F1 updates from Spa-Francorchamps with Norris on pole ahead of Piastri and Leclerc

The most famous example of this last season came during Daniel Ricciardo's final F1 race, when the Australian finished last but claimed the fastest lap on the final lap of the Singapore GP, taking the extra point away from Norris and helping Verstappen's 2024 title bid.

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.

Lewis Hamilton fires Max Verstappen dig over sweary radio outbursts: 'Act like a world champion' - Red Bull star faced criticism for his feisty, expletive-filled exchanges during a frustrating Hungari

Both Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen will receive significant upgrades for the Belgian Grand Prix as Ferrari and Red Bull look to close the gap on McLaren

Series leader Oscar Piastri secured pole position for Saturday’s sprint race at the Belgian Grand Prix when he beat Red Bull’s Max Verstappen by 0.477 seconds with a devastating record lap in his McLaren.