The Belgian layout that is known as one of the oldest and most tragic of the highest category houses the thirteenth of Formula 1 in 2025.
He Belgium Grand Prix of Formula 1 will be played in the Spa-Francorchamp Circuit. This layout, located in the province of Lieja, houses the thirteenth Calendar race 2025. The Belgian circuit is a challenge only for pilots due to their technical characteristics and variable climatic conditions. Franco Colapinto, the Argentine Alpine pilot, will face this iconic layout in his Seventh race of the season.
This weekend there will be Sprint Carrera. The rapid format of Formula 1 has particular characteristics that differentiate it from the traditional Sundays. These competitions cover approximately 100 kilometers, which is equivalent to a third of the usual distance of a Grand Prix. The estimated duration of 30 minutes encourages a dynamic development of the race, with less emphasis on strategies and more on the pure performance of the pilots.
The spa-Francorchamp circuit was originally built in 1921. The Jules of Thier and Henri Langlois Van Ophem designers used public roads to create a triangular route of 14.9 kilometers. The current circuit, remodeled in 1979, maintains part of the original spirit but with a length reduced to 7,004 kilometers. Despite this reduction, It remains the longest circuit of the current Formula 1 calendar.
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The characteristics of the spa-Francorchamps circuit
Spa-Francorchamps stands out for its combination of long lines and fast curves. The layout has 19 curves, nine to the right and ten to the leftwhich makes it one of the most balanced in the championship. The track has a maximum width of between eight and nine meters. The attendance record was recorded in 2017, when 265,000 spectators witnessed the race.
The Belgian circuit presents particular climatic conditions. The nature of the climate in the region makes it possible to rain in one part of the layout while another section remains dry. This variability forces pilots to quickly adapt to different grip conditions. The sequence of Most famous curves of the circuit is Eau Rouge, where the pilots turn left, then to the right and climb the hill through Raidillon.
Belgium GP: the reputation of having a very complicated circuit
SPA-Francorchamps is considered one of the most challenging circuits of the Formula 1 calendar. The combination of rapid curves and elevation changes puts the pilots’ skills. Michael Schumacher holds the victory record in this circuit with six wins. Ayrton Senna and Lewis Hamilton follow him with five and four victories respectively.
The history of the circuit includes tragic moments that generated debates about their safety. In 1978, its use was prohibited until significant improvements were made. The circuit returned to formula 1 in 1983 with a safer design. Despite these improvements, accidents such as Antoine Hubert in 2019 keep the discussion about the risks of the layout alive. It is known as the most tragic circuit in history, because 49 people died in its layout.
How to Franco Colapint in his passage through the spa circuit
Franco Colapinto has previous experience in the spa-Francorchamps circuit. The Argentine pilot competed in this layout during his participation in the Renault Formula Eurocup, the European Le Mans Series, Formula 3 and Formula 2. His best result in this circuit was a victory in race 1 of the Eurocup Formula Renault in the 2020 season.
In his last participation in Spa-Francorchamps, during the 2023 season of Formula 2, Colapinto obtained eighth place in the short race. However, he could not complete the main race. This previous experience in the Belgian circuit gives you valuable knowledge to face the challenge of the Belgium Grand Prix of Formula 1. The Argentine pilot will seek to take advantage of his familiarity with the layout to obtain a good result in his seventh race of the season.
Schedules and days of the Belgium GP
Friday July 25
- Free practice 1: 7.30 to 8.30
- Sprint Carrera Classification: 11.30 to 12.30 pm
Saturday July 26
- Sprint Carrera: 7.00 to 8.00
- GP classification: 11.00 to 12.00
Sunday, July 27
Source: Ambito
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