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2021 Belgian Grand Prix: A Wet and Wild Race

A Race of Delays and Disruptions

The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix was a race of delays and disruptions, caused by the heavy and persistent rain that hit the Spa circuit. The race was originally scheduled to start at 3pm local time, but was delayed by an hour due to the rain. The race was then red-flagged after two laps due to the worsening conditions, and eventually restarted at 6pm. The restart was just as chaotic as the original start, with several cars crashing out in the wet conditions. The race was eventually won by Max Verstappen of Red Bull, who took advantage of the chaos to win his eighth race of the season.

Verstappen Wins in Chaotic Conditions

Max Verstappen won the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix in chaotic conditions that saw several cars crash out. Verstappen started the race in second place, but took the lead on the opening lap when Lewis Hamilton crashed out. Verstappen then led the race until the red flag, and then again after the restart. The race was eventually won by Verstappen after 12 laps, when the race was red-flagged again due to the worsening conditions. Verstappen's victory was his eighth of the season, and moved him into the lead of the drivers' championship.

Other Notable Moments from the Race

* George Russell finished second for Williams, his first podium finish in Formula One. * Lando Norris finished third for McLaren, his first podium finish of the season. * Carlos Sainz Jr. finished fourth for Ferrari, his first podium finish since joining the team. * Sergio Perez finished fifth for Red Bull, his first points finish since joining the team. The 2021 Belgian Grand Prix was a race of delays and disruptions, but it was also a race of excitement and drama. Verstappen's victory was his eighth of the season, and moved him into the lead of the drivers' championship.

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